Inspiration Report

Another thing that makes me happy is musicals. I love the drama, the laughter and ability to burst out into song and dance at any moment. I don’t need to tell you that Judy Garland was legendary in everything she did, but she really inspires me in this scene from Summer Stock. If you know…

I’m borrowing this idea from Downtown Dharma, because it’s an excellent exercise in self-love. Could you list five things you love about yourself? I’ll go first. 1. I’m funny 2. I’m a writer 3. I have crazy, fun curly hair 4. I can get along with anybody 5. I love the one, lone freckle I…

Sometimes you just need someone to commiserate with you. This baby and Siberian Husky found each other. More videos: Babies, Bubbles and the Family Dog Talking Babies Laughing Babies

This week’s theme is happiness. If you haven’t read the blogs, here’s a recap: It kicked off with a video from Pastor Joel Osteen on Habitual Happiness. Then, a discussion on What Makes You Happy. Followed by the results of my short happiness survey entitled A Few of Your Favorite Things. What I loved most…

In my pursuit of happiness, I’ve been doing an informal survey amongst my friends, family, co-workers and you precious Inspiration Report readers to discover what makes you happy. Interestingly enough, there were a lot of items that appeared on everyone’s list. Most people who were married mentioned tender moments with their spouses. Parents enjoyed time…

“Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens / Bright copper kettles and warm woolen mittens / Brown paper packages tied up with strings / These are a few of my favorite things” – Oscar Hammerstein II, ‘The Sound of Music’ This week, I stumbled upon the theme of happiness. It all started when I realized…

If people were to describe you in one word, what would it be? I thought about that this weekend as I was going through a box of keepsakes. In many old letters, I noticed several friends wrote down that when they think of me, they get the word: “happy”. Warmed my soul. It reminded me…

Watch this inspiring message from former First Lady Laura Bush for the ONE Campaign. Related Posts: The One Campaign Asks, ‘Why Bother?’

Graduation season is upon us. Doesn’t it come with a sense of hopefulness? For the graduates, so much as been accomplished and they have a blank slate ahead of them to fill with their wildest dreams. For family and friends, they get to see their loved ones achieve a goal. This video was circulating back…

I’m a big fan of anyone who uses their star power for good. Recently, I highlighted celebrities like Justin Bieber and others who help promote good causes. I just heard about this and wanted to share. Recent BMI “Songwriter of the Year” winner TobyMac lead “Team TobyMac” in the Country Music Half Marathon last week…

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