Tag Archives: Love

~9/11~

Posted on September 11, 2011 by Coco

I originally published this article on September 10, 2010.  I am feeling uneasy today—the much-publicized 10th anniversary—since I live in the Washington, D.C. area and am travelling. Please say a prayer for me and others who are getting on airplanes today and … Continue reading →

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Grounded

Posted on September 5, 2011 by Coco

Summer vacation was a bit too long for my son. He broke some rules and had to spend his last days of freedom grounded. I give him credit for accepting his punishment as the fair consequence that it was. He … Continue reading →

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The Cynic’s Gratitude List

Posted on July 10, 2011 by Coco

One of my friends shared the idea of a “cynic’s gratitude list.” Take something that you want to gripe about and find something positive to say about it. You can be honest or snarky. Either way, the exercise is likely … Continue reading →

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Why Do I Do What I Do Not Want To Do?

Posted on July 3, 2011 by Coco

Breaking Bad Habits Breaking free of an old habit or trying to instill a new one can be so frustrating. I can spend all day making excellent food choices, only to be undone by a bag of chips at night.  … Continue reading →

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Biting My Tongue

Posted on June 29, 2011 by Coco

Whenever I’m at networking events, I always end up talking about my family. We can only talk shop for so long, and everyone is always willing to talk about their kids. I don’t know if I’m thinking about my Dad … Continue reading →

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