Author Archives: Barb Cady
A Hopeful Song
I’m an audio learner. Sounds paint pictures in my mind and crystalize my thoughts. Often, I close my eyes and just listen. Even the sounds of silence can be meaningful. Therefore, it’s no big surprise to anyone who knows this … Continue reading
That’s Life
Thanks to my fellow Board members for sharing, during the past months, some of the lessons they’ve learned since COVID-19 quarantining began in March. It was informative to see how each was impacted by and is dealing with the many … Continue reading
Adapt, Learn, Do Differently
As the year comes to an end, I hope your vision has gotten sharper, your hearing more acute, your mind more flexible and your attitude more positive. These are the major lessons I’ve gleaned from what I will always think … Continue reading
Eating Is Freedom
And the last in the series of lessons shared by our Board members comes from TOPS Second Vice President and Service Program Administrator, Deanna Bies. Deanna Bies Lesson Eating Is Freedom I’ve been thinking recently about my weight-loss journey. I … Continue reading
No Need to Be Perfect to Make a Difference
Another important lesson to share is true insight, again by Gina Brueske. She serves as TOPS Board Secretary, Retreat Assignment and Booking Director—and she’s a KOPS! Gina Brueske’s Lesson No Need to Be Perfect to Make a Difference! We moved … Continue reading
Be Prepared
We’re still sharing lessons learned, and they apply equally well in the holiday season. Today we hear from TOPS First Vice President, who’s also a KOPS. Karen Tinlin’s Lesson Be Prepared! I’ve always enjoyed flying (considering it an adventure), but … Continue reading
Accept That Life Is Hard
Today’s post is another lesson learned from me, Barb. Barb Cady’s Lesson Accept That Life Is Hard If ever there was a book to reflect the feelings of so many at this time, it might be called “The Road Less … Continue reading
