Monthly Archives: November 2015

An Attitude of Gratitude

Posted on November 26, 2015 by joanneeddy

“Talking about our problems is our greatest addiction. Break the habit. Talk about your joys.” Rita Schiano “You have a choice every single day. Choose to feel blessed. Choose to feel grateful. Choose to be excited. Choose to be thankful. … Continue reading →

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Mother of Exiles – An Old Immigrant Tale

Posted on November 17, 2015 by joanneeddy

Originally posted on joanneeddy's blog:
Looking north at JC and Statue of liberty (Photo credit: Wikipedia) On October 27, 1886, the Statue of Liberty was dedicated. On it’s base is a bronze plaque with this poem, of which only a…

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Out of the Old Rocking Chair – A Lesson on Comfort, Worry, and Living

Posted on November 8, 2015 by joanneeddy

“Worry is like a rocking chair: it keeps you moving but doesn’t get you anywhere.”       Corrie Ten Boom “You can’t let a rocking chair take over. You get up and go even it you don’t want to.” … Continue reading →

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