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Gratitude, Gifts & Gains

January 13, 2021 By Mary McCann 2 Comments

“Through the eyes of gratitude everything is a miracle “~ Mary Davis In light of the year we've had in 2020, it might be a good idea to bring gratitude to the forefront of our minds as we begin 2021. I’d like to share with you a tool and practice I learned. It’s a simple process.GRATITUDE:  Continue Reading

May Peace Surround You Today and Always

December 17, 2020 By Mary McCann 4 Comments

“The Holiday Season is a perfect time to reflect on our blessings and to seek out ways to make life better for those around us.” Terri Marshall 2020 is coming to a close. A relief for all after the grief and loss of far too many to COVID-19.  As different as this Holiday season is, I wish you and Continue Reading

What Comes Next?

December 3, 2020 By Mary McCann Leave a Comment

“When you cannot control what is happening, challenge yourself to control the way you respond to what is happening. That’s where your power is.” ~ Author Unknown   There are so many stories to share. We all have stories. I have stories and I want to share my stories. These are my stories Continue Reading

Inspiration: Desiderata

April 26, 2017 By Mary McCann Leave a Comment

“With all its sham, drudgery, and broken dreams, it is still a beautiful world. Be cheerful. Strive to be happy.” ~ Max Ehrmann, Desiderata, A Poem for a Way of Life When I am emotionally spent and life feels too much, I need to find inspiration. Sayings and quotes are my favorite. And many times Continue Reading

There are Those that Will Love You No Matter What

April 25, 2017 By Mary McCann Leave a Comment

“Those who love you are not fooled by mistakes you have made or dark images you hold about yourself. They remember your beauty when you feel ugly; your wholeness when you are broken; your innocence when you feel guilty and your purpose when you are confused.” ~ Alan Cohen There are many times when Continue Reading

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

March 17, 2017 By Mary McCann Leave a Comment

“Fond memory brings the light of other days around me.” ~ Thomas Moore Happy St. Patrick’s Day! I hope today finds you with a lightness in your heart as many come together to celebrate being Irish and all its tradition. It doesn’t matter if you are Irish or not! Today is a day of celebration and Continue Reading

Finding Your Confidence When You Don’t Think You Have Any

March 10, 2017 By Mary McCann Leave a Comment

“Life is not easy for any of us. But what of that? We must have perseverance and above all confidence in ourselves. We must believe that we are gifted for something, and that this thing, at whatever cost, must be attained.” ~ Marie Curie I want to talk about confidence today. How do you feel Continue Reading

Friendship and Grief Buddies

March 3, 2017 By Mary McCann Leave a Comment

“Walking with a friend in the dark is better than walking alone in the light.” ~ Helen Keller Last weekend I experienced this quote so profoundly. A group of us were getting together to celebrate my friend, Mary’s birthday. It was a surprise since she didn’t know we would show up to where she was Continue Reading

Snow Shoveling and Remembering My Dad

February 17, 2017 By Mary McCann Leave a Comment

“Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us everyday. Unseen, unheard but always near. Still loved, still missed.” ~ Mhar Well, it wouldn’t be winter in New York without a blizzard! I hope you managed throughout the day last week and stayed safe. Snow is beautiful in the moment but when Continue Reading

Be Your Own Valentine This Valentine’s Day

February 10, 2017 By Mary McCann Leave a Comment

It’s February and Valentine’s Day is upon us! I wish nothing more for you than your heart to be filled with love. For the dating, newly in love or for those together or married for a long time, Valentine’s Day is tremendously special for many to acknowledge and celebrate their love. Everywhere Continue Reading

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It doesn't matter what season is upon us, if you are feeling like you are losing your emotional balance, try one or more of the following simple tips to calm you and re-center yourself in an instant: • Take a few slow deep breaths – deep breathing reduces stress and increases the oxygen level in the blood • Watch or read something that inspires … Read More>>

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