Follow your dreams, even at the cost of taking risks By Barbara Pierce Is there something you’ve been longing to do? Got something that
Between You and Me
Holiday horror
Tips for dealing with those whacky family members during the holidays By Barbara Pierce I love Christmas. I especially love stuffing drenched in turkey
Third wheel
Being grandparents has its disadvantages By Barbara Pierce My new granddaughter was here. My life changed; I loved her intensely. You know what that’s
Dopamine: The chemical of desire
By Barbara Pierce There is no Prince Charming and no happily ever after. Those fairy tales our mother read us when we were young
Time to Chill
Anger can have dire consequences for everyone involved By Barbara Pierce “When I get mad, my face gets red, the veins on my neck
The long and winding road
There is no way to predict outcome of your journey By Barbara Pierce “When you come to the edge, you must believe one of
Being a Single Mother: A Letter to Christine
By Barbara Pierce Christine just became a single mother of her children, 15- and 12-year-old sons, and a 6-year-old daughter. I know Christine and
The trust bond
To err is human, and it actually makes you seem more trustworthy By Barbara Pierce Trust is a tricky thing. When you’ve got someone’s
Truth Hurts
Brutal truths about human behavior By Barbara Pierce You see a wallet with a $100 bill peeking out, fluttering on the sidewalk. There’s not
Spring clean your mind
First rule: Shed yourself of expectations! By Barbara Pierce Spring is my favorite time of year. The trees begin to blossom, the bird are