Barry’s Blog
Doing the Holidays on Your Own
Not every holiday season can be merry and bright. Perhaps you have lost a loved one, or your relationship has changed. It’s not always possible to be with the ones you love. Perhaps money is an issue-which has its own challenges. Giving presents for holidays brings...
There 5 things to love about this holiday season!
Getting to be a kid again: This week I got to enjoy the lights at Our Lady of the Snows Shrine in Belleville, IL. It had been many years since I had the pleasure of seeing the specular display that has been a tradition since 1970. My heart was filled with joy as I...
Avoiding Holiday Stress & Maximize the JOY
Much of the tension we feel during the holidays is a direct result of our own expectations. We all know that theory but how do we put it into practice?? From November to January, we feel pressured to be wonderful hosts, entertain scores of loved ones, and remain calm...