Archive for September, 2009

Eat Dessert First

Posted on September 30th, 2009, by the mum

“Life is uncertain.  Eat dessert first.”  – Ernestine Ulmer  Indeed, life is certainly uncertain.  So here’s a killer tiramisu for those uncertain days that you are in a Nigella mood, although this is not her recipe.  I have used this in many parties and always a hit. Tiramisu 1/2 cup (4 fl oz) strong espresso [...]

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Leadership in the Workplace

Posted on September 28th, 2009, by the mum

Everyone is a leader, whether or not, it is a formal position, at home or at work.  We are leaders when we are parents and the heads of the family or spokesperson for our church group; we are leaders when we take charge of a bad situation; and we are leaders when we stand up [...]

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Action-Oriented Life

Posted on September 26th, 2009, by the mum

  “Proactively Shape Your Life by Challenging Your Decisions Spend less time worrying about things and more time thinking about actions you can take to get closer to your goals, then actually take action. Ask for advice. You don’t have to figure everything out on your own. Look for information to help you make the [...]

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Space for Peace

Posted on September 24th, 2009, by the mum

I attend Mass every Wednesday at lunchtime.  It is about 10 mins walk from where I work.  Since it is a dance studio that is converted for conducting Mass, every effort is made to to make the environment as peaceful as possible.  At the front right-hand corner of the studio, there is a banner.   This [...]

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10 Tips to Great Family Outings

Posted on September 7th, 2009, by the mum

Family outings.  I love them but I also dread them.  Honestly. Every Sunday is family day for me.  Dear Husband and I will try our best to take the kids out either to an interesting place or do an interesting activity.  It is always a challenge in the logistics department as we have kids of [...]

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