“Life Lessons 101 From American Idol”

by Ann on April 15, 2011

Have you ever considered why shows like American Idol have achieved such success?

I have watched Idol for a the few seasons and I must say I really look forward to it every week. I was thinking about my fascination with the contestants and how I root for one or the other as if they were friends or people I knew personally! It is rather funny when I think about it.

There are plenty of skeptics who may believe this show is a trashy exploitation of youth but, there are truly some valuable lessons that we can all take away from this production:
1- Never give up on your dream.
2- Work hard.
2- Stay focused and determined.
3- Listen to constructive criticism.
5- Be humble…humility goes a long way.

These are inspirational lessons to apply to any area of life and at any age. It is so refreshing (maybe a little corny!) to see a program with positive messages in this day and age…

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Celebrities Unravelling… What Is The Fascination?

by Ann on March 10, 2011

No matter where you turn you can’t seem to get escape news about Charlie Sheen. Television, radio, internet, newspapers, blog posts and on and on. They are all invested and for good reason… money! It sells because the public buys it.

What is the fascination watching people unravel in the public eye? We watched it with Brittany Spears, Lindsey Lohan, Robert Downey Jr.and many other “celebrities”. Is it an escape from the realities of our own problems?

It is incredibly sad to watch the destruction of another human being, not to mention the pain and agony it causes for family and friends who are helpless on the sidelines.

Addiction is a terrible disease yet it seems to be taken so lightly in view of what’s going on. News is news but I wonder sometimes how many of these reporters really have a social conscience… maybe that is asking for too much. Personally, I’m opting out and have for a long time. It just doesn’t feel quite right to be a spectator at the demise of another human being. I hope that others are doing the same. The less interest there is from the public, the more apt there is to be a recovery of some sort or perhaps that is just wishful thinking…

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Can you walk into your “Walk-In Closet”?

February 21, 2011

A walk-in close many times is truly a commodity these days yet time and time again they end up looking more like a disorganized storage unit. There are simple steps that you can take to utilize this space efficiently. You may want to purchase some clear shoe/storage containers, colored hangers (different color for each type [...]

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“Clear Your Head… Then Your Clutter”

January 21, 2011

You can’t accomplish much if your thought are scattered. Clearing clutter and getting organized has to take place in your head first. The thought of taking on a big project can be overwhelming. It is monumentally more difficult when it is one that you really don’t want to do. There are many reasons that we [...]

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“Simple Steps to Achieve Your Goals”

December 30, 2010

January is the beginning of the new year. It is a time of reflection. We look back at the past year and evaluate our progress and successes. It is the time of year that new goals and expectations are set both personally as well as professionally. There is a feeling of a fresh start. A [...]

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“STOP… No Cash…. No Worries!”

December 14, 2010

There is so much stress coming down the home stretch to Christmas and Hanukkah and all other celebrations at this time of year. . It should NEVER be about the gifts. These are VERY difficult economic times and a great opportunity to get back to what is important. What is important to you? Really important? [...]

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“10 Must Have Items For a Winter Car Survival Kit”

December 12, 2010

This is the time of year when weather patterns change rapidly. Many people travel out of state to visit their families during this holiday season. They forget to check the weather and can end up in a life threatening situation unprepared. They forget to fill up their gas tanks and don’t have their cell phones [...]

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“The Stuff That Really Matters”

December 7, 2010

The past few years have been difficult for myself, as well as my family, but we are survivors. We are family and we stand together no matter what because family is the “stuff” that matters to us and it has made all the difference. We have a story like so many others but what has [...]

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“Holiday Stress… Simple Preparations Create Peace and Harmony”

December 6, 2010

This is a wonderful time of year but it can also be quite stressful. There are many things that need to get done in a limited amount of time. The best way to accomplish your holiday tasks are by simple preparations. * Create a list of what needs to get done * Put these in [...]

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“Doing Things Yourself May Cost More Money”

December 3, 2010

Doing projects yourself can be both productive and economical. What a great idea when you know what you are doing but most of us don’t! After pricing jobs and receiving estimates that appear “high” you may think that you can do the job just as well and for a fraction of the cost. Before you [...]

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