Category Archives: inspiration

If Mom Were Still Here

Posted on March 28, 2017 by thewritertracy

Today is a new day. One that for me, comes with a bit of pain. Because 3 years ago today my mother died. Life has never been the same since. But here is the good news: Though the day may … Continue reading →

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Don’t Think about it, Just Jump

Posted on October 5, 2016 by thewritertracy

A year ago this week my husband and I were in Maui, taking a private tour on the road to Hana. If you’re not familiar, the road to Hana is a miles long stretch of highway along the east coast … Continue reading →

Posted in Faith, Goals, gratitude, inspiration, life lessons, travel, trials, Uncategorized, Writing | Tagged challenges, Fear, fun, goals, Hawaii, inspiration, lessons learned, life, Living, Maui, nature, spirituality, travel | 2 Comments

Standing in the Middle of the Mess

Posted on August 24, 2016 by thewritertracy

She came down the stairs, a look of defeat on her face, “It feels like I’m not making any progress,” she said, “You can’t even tell I’ve done anything.” My oldest daughter is going to grad school and is moving … Continue reading →

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6 Lessons Learned From Being Alone

Posted on June 1, 2016 by thewritertracy

My bucket list, handwritten in 1998. Back in 1998, a friend and I decided we would make bucket lists; 100 things we wanted to do in our lifetime. My list was entitled, My Ultimate To-Do List! Oh my, was I … Continue reading →

Posted in attitude, Faith, Goals, gratitude, inspiration, life lessons, travel, Uncategorized, Writing | Tagged getaway, lessons, life, peace, travel, vacation, wisdom, work, writing | 4 Comments

Like Mother, Like Daughter

Posted on May 7, 2016 by thewritertracy

If she were here, she’d have called me on the phone a month ago, asking me about my plans for Mother’s Day. I’d have said, “I don’t know Mom, I haven’t gotten there yet.” If she were here, she’d … Continue reading →

Posted in attitude, Faith, Family Life, God, gratitude, humor, inspiration, life lessons, parenting, trials, Uncategorized | Tagged children, family, grief, life, mom, Mother's Day, motherhood, parenthood, parenting | 9 Comments

10 Reasons Why I Love Yoga

Posted on March 22, 2016 by thewritertracy

I’ve spent the majority of my life exercising. But in the last seven months I’ve been fighting a few pesky health issues that have knocked me off the proverbial exercise wagon. Only now am I beginning to get back into … Continue reading →

Posted in attitude, Family Life, gratitude, inspiration, life lessons, Uncategorized | Tagged exercise, meditation, mindfulness, spirituality, yoga | 4 Comments

Nothing Good Happens After Midnight and Other Lessons From My Youth

Posted on March 2, 2016 by thewritertracy

“…And you know what he said? He said, ‘It’s good to want, Tracy.’” I chuckled to myself at the memory. My daughter was less than impressed. “I know, Mom. You’ve already told me this story…” Had I? I couldn’t remember. … Continue reading →

Posted in Faith, Family Life, God, inspiration, kids, parenting, Uncategorized | Tagged children, faith, family, family humor, family life, god, inspiration, kids, life, life lessons, memories, parenting | 10 Comments

All I Want for Christmas is…

Posted on December 22, 2015 by thewritertracy

Dear Santa, Hello from Indiana. I hope you and the Mrs. are well. How are the elves? I’m hoping they aren’t too sleep-deprived during this last minute holiday rush in the workshop. I’m so excited that Christmas is just days … Continue reading →

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The Power of Accepting Change

Posted on August 20, 2015 by thewritertracy

The first day of school, captured from afar. “Are you sure I can’t come?” I asked, “I know the other moms are coming…” My daughter simply shook her head, “No, Mom,” she said, “You don’t need to be there.” It … Continue reading →

Posted in attitude, Faith, Family Life, God, gratitude, inspiration, kids, life lessons, parenting, Uncategorized | Tagged acceptance, change, children, family, family life, inspiration, life, life lessons | 11 Comments

The Day the Homeless Fed Me

Posted on July 15, 2015 by thewritertracy

There was no audible voice, no specific directive, just a nudge on my heart. But the nudge was strong; so strong I knew immediately what my answer would be: Yes. It took a week to commit, to finally answer the … Continue reading →

Posted in Faith, God, gratitude, inspiration, life lessons, love, trials, Uncategorized, Writing | Tagged fruit, giving, god, homeless, inspiration, life lessons, love, service, trials, writing | 12 Comments