What Are You Thankful For?
Tomorrow is Thanksgiving -- my favorite holiday! I love it so much because it's all about my two favorite things... being with people you love and delicious food! I'll be making my famous baked corn pudding, as I always do and I can't wait to be with my friends, who are my chosen family. However, it wouldn't be Thanksgiving without giving thanks, would it? So here's my short list of the things in my life I'm thankful for... A loving and merciful GodMy healthMy kind and loving husbandMy familyMy amazing circle of friends and colleaguesMy talents and giftsMy thriving businessMy sweet animalsMy

Quote of the Week: Gratitude
On the eve of American Thanksgiving, (my favorite holiday) this week's quote is about gratitude."Develop an attitude of gratitude, and give thanks for everything that happens to you, knowing that every step forward is a step toward achieving something bigger and better

Consumed With Consumption?
When people travel, they shop. It's weird -- even a non-shopper like me can get sucked into it. On the road, an item you might never look at twice when you're at home living your regular life, suddenly seems Extra Neato! Plus, not only are you willing to buy it, you're often willing to pay too much for it! It's a hilarious and nutty thing, this "travel shopping". I was recently in Vermont with some friends, then in Hilton

Technology, Simplicity & Danica Theodorakos
I flew to Cincinnati to be in-studio with my BFFs Vicky and Jen and Vicky and Jen contest winner Danica Theodorakos was the guest host for our new episode of "The Big O"!  This episode, we're talkin' technology and how it can make your life easier! Learn all our favorite websites, techno-gadgets, and services that simplify life, and be sure to email your own ideas and technology loves to Vicky and Jen at comments@vickyandjen.com.

Quote of the Week: Power Within
"Refuse to let your present results influence your thinking. Keep reminding yourself that you have a power within you that is superior to any condition or circumstance you may encounter enroute to your goal." Bob Procto