Ordinary Mer

Have a Little Faith

First impressions, blind dates, networking, meeting new people – these are things that do not come naturally to me. My tendency is to shy away from these situations, to find a corner in the room and observe, instead of joining the fray. Part of it has to do with being an introvert; large crowds and [...]

Free to Be You and Me

We hold these truths to be self-evident… When Thomas Jefferson first wrote those words, some 234 years ago, he believed, as I do, that there are some things we just know. We really can’t explain them or offer any kind of proof or evidence. But we know them just the same – we understand, beyond [...]

Weekly Gratitude – Thanksgiving Edition

During this holiday weekend, I decided to go back to the basics and give thanks (and gratitude) for the simple things that are always there. I’m grateful for… My family – my wonderful, large, crazy family for loving me exactly as I am; My friends, for keeping me sane, laughing with me and telling me [...]

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