Nov 13, 2022Liked by Holly Rabalais, Punit Thakkar
I simply do not know where you find the time and energy to put together these collections...but I appreciate every one of them - they are a joy to read on a lazy Sunday morning while sipping a coffee.
4. Start with Hello - what a difference maker - a simple hello is often the greatest tool to disarm any kind of negative vibe...
5. I'm a big fan of Children's books...even though I didn't read them when I was a child. My favorite has always been "A Wrinkle in Time"
6. Capturing special moments - as much as I enjoy photography, I still believe in the power of the pen...so I write a note or a poem to honor a moment!
Peace to you on this glorious Sunday - I think I will go outside and say hello to as many people as possible today...and that, my friend, guarantees I will have a day filled with smiles.
Nov 12, 2022Liked by Holly Rabalais, Punit Thakkar
Thanks for sharing so many great finds Holly. I loved the book Start With Hello. We moved to a new area within town and one thing that seems to be lacking is the interactions with my neighbors. This was a good reminder to be open to new ideas and experiences.
Also, thank you so much for sharing my poem on watching and hearing myself on a recent video interview. You rock! 🙏🏽😀
Nov 12, 2022Liked by Holly Rabalais, Punit Thakkar
Chat books sounds like a nice idea. The only thing I've done to capture memories of loved ones is set up a couple of memorial websites for my in-laws. Other "captures" are online, but very much private, apart from albums I've shared with the family and friends who would be interested.
Nov 12, 2022Liked by Holly Rabalais, Punit Thakkar
Another great post, Holly - and Punit! I’m looking forward to checking out all your recommendations!
How do I capture memories for my loved ones? I don’t think I do - at least not in a tangible fashion. I spend time with my loved ones doing things together that we enjoy. We take snaps now and again. It’s funny - we were always the family that didn’t ever have photographs up on the wall, or the mantelpiece. I’m married to a photographer, and my parents are very keen snappers, so that’s a little odd. Having said that, there are lots of photo albums dating back to when I was a child until I was a mid-teen - perhaps we can make some time over Christmas for us all to have a look through them! There’s no next generation to share them with, but hey, that’s okay!
Lovely, lovely post, Holly. It’s really made me think - and in a good way. 😊😊😊 Thank you.
I'm going to check out Start With Hello immediately -- thank you for the rec, Holly! And the shoutout -- I truly appreciate your support. (I'd love to hear which titles you brought to Thanksgiving, and how they went over.)
Thank you so much Holly! It was a joy to collaborate with you.
I loved the "chatbooks" concept. I often relive old memories by browsing photos on my TV. It's the kind of nostalgia brings a big smile on the face 😀
I simply do not know where you find the time and energy to put together these collections...but I appreciate every one of them - they are a joy to read on a lazy Sunday morning while sipping a coffee.
1. Lovely bread poem
2. I'm inspired to read Courage
3. This quote, “always focus on doing your very best, never forgetting that you are a great work in progress.” - it's the word hug I needed this morning. It seems to be a great way to battle another theme and quote I identified with this morning. - "the tormenting weight of comparison" (from Jonathan Isbill at ZigZag Nutrition https://open.substack.com/pub/jonathanisbillrd/p/pain-to-purpose-withbooklaunch?r=ojqe7&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web)
4. Start with Hello - what a difference maker - a simple hello is often the greatest tool to disarm any kind of negative vibe...
5. I'm a big fan of Children's books...even though I didn't read them when I was a child. My favorite has always been "A Wrinkle in Time"
6. Capturing special moments - as much as I enjoy photography, I still believe in the power of the pen...so I write a note or a poem to honor a moment!
Peace to you on this glorious Sunday - I think I will go outside and say hello to as many people as possible today...and that, my friend, guarantees I will have a day filled with smiles.
What a delightful baking poem! Thanks Punit! I want that bread! :)
Thanks for the journey Holly! I have Shannen's book on my list to buy at some point ... Her post about being at the cemetery was very touching.
Good idea on the chatbooks. I have boxes of photos and don't know what to do with them!
Thanks for sharing so many great things!
Thanks for sharing so many great finds Holly. I loved the book Start With Hello. We moved to a new area within town and one thing that seems to be lacking is the interactions with my neighbors. This was a good reminder to be open to new ideas and experiences.
Also, thank you so much for sharing my poem on watching and hearing myself on a recent video interview. You rock! 🙏🏽😀
Chat books sounds like a nice idea. The only thing I've done to capture memories of loved ones is set up a couple of memorial websites for my in-laws. Other "captures" are online, but very much private, apart from albums I've shared with the family and friends who would be interested.
Another great post, Holly - and Punit! I’m looking forward to checking out all your recommendations!
How do I capture memories for my loved ones? I don’t think I do - at least not in a tangible fashion. I spend time with my loved ones doing things together that we enjoy. We take snaps now and again. It’s funny - we were always the family that didn’t ever have photographs up on the wall, or the mantelpiece. I’m married to a photographer, and my parents are very keen snappers, so that’s a little odd. Having said that, there are lots of photo albums dating back to when I was a child until I was a mid-teen - perhaps we can make some time over Christmas for us all to have a look through them! There’s no next generation to share them with, but hey, that’s okay!
Lovely, lovely post, Holly. It’s really made me think - and in a good way. 😊😊😊 Thank you.
There’s so much I loved in this post. Baking bread requires a special type of courage. And chatbooks! Very happy to have learned about them!
I love the poem Punit. The bread looks delicious. We take photos but don't have them in any kind of photo album.
Good Morning Holly! What a lovely and generous post. So much goodness here and can't wait to check out Courage for my children. Thank you again.
I'm currently halfway through Start With Hello and it is everything I didn't know I needed.
I'm going to check out Start With Hello immediately -- thank you for the rec, Holly! And the shoutout -- I truly appreciate your support. (I'd love to hear which titles you brought to Thanksgiving, and how they went over.)
Start with Hello sounds like a book I'd be into. Adding it to my list!