I remember my 30s and 40s well: I was working, raising children, and married to someone who often worked nights and weekends. I used to joke that I was a single mom with his paycheck. Life was incredibly busy and exhausting—physically, emotionally, and mentally. Suffice it to say, if I were given the chance […]
The cure for loneliness, The cure for illness Is a bit of kindness. It will make all the difference. Think of your brother Old and worn. Think of a woman Filled with scorn. Think what a difference A small bit would mean. Just a drop of kindness Added to the scene. […]
As I observed a dear friend I could see in his eyes and hear in his comments – someone had been unkind to him. Who was it - a parent, a lover, or a friend? Someone had scorched his heart in the past, so much so that it left an indelible mark that I could […]
Do you know what brings you joy? Is it smile on your loved one's face? The dog wagging his tail and encouraging you to play ball? Or is it the beauty of a fresh bouquet of flowers? We all have different things that bring us joy and bliss and every sort of happiness in between. […]
“Janie has been an inspiration to me. Her no-nonsense, no-fluff approach to finding the most important ways to make the biggest impact on her own life has helped me grow in my life too.”
“‘Live the Life You Have Imagined’ covered everything I needed to be reminded of as I continue life's journey in an easy, concise format that will allow me to go back to it over and over for direction and inspiration.”
Pat Birkle
“Janie, You are my inspiration! I have enjoyed watching your life grow as you share your best life with others and I can hardly wait to read your next book.”
Karen Bowser
“Janie's writing is engaging and entertaining from the start. She challenges you to reflect on daily choices and make/or remake future decisions.”
