“A Christmas Carol” – Hope for All Times
The ubiquity of “A Christmas Carol” is proof that its message of hope resonates with many. If we’re honest, some days we all identify a little with first-act Scrooge, yet we all have a dream to be our best selves. “A Christmas Carol” promises us that things can be better—that we can be better—if we take the time to listen and look inward.
Thankfully, Words Do Have Meaning
We’ve gotten used to a filtered version of reality, one where we can speak our opinions without seeing the immediate effects our words had on others. The thing is, though, our words do have an effect. They impact other people. They can hurt. They can comfort. They are powerful.
Goodbye, Resolutions; Hello, Houseplants!
We have all experienced unimaginable challenges these past two years and no one yet knows how the stress from these past couple of years will affect our lives, but we do know that it will show its effects. In times of uncertainty, we must remember that the human spirit is strong. We are resilient. In the middle of constant stress, like the snake plant, we can find a way to flower.
Four More “Elf” Life Lessons
Four things Buddy the Elf teaches us about work, life, and the importance of putting maple syrup on everything.
Thanksgiving: Meditations on Turkey and Tolerance
After spending an unusually extended time away from family and friends, there are bound to be some hiccups when we all get together again. To help prepare for any potential awkwardness, consider the following…
Four "Elf" Life Lessons
“We elves try to stick to the four main food groups: candy, candy canes, candy corns, and syrup.” ~ Buddy the Elf