I was so saddened to hear of the passing of the lovely Nancy Reagan this past weekend. She had it all, beauty and brains. We sure could use more women like her in this world! This week's inspiration comes to you from this wise beauty...


Don't get caught up in the monotony of it all. Life is to precious to waste on never-ending routines. Step outside the box. Do something bold and crazy. BUT DON'T MISS THE SMALL THINGS ALONG THE WAY! Small, stupid things...sure. No one cares about the drama, the broken nails, forgetting to put your lipstick on. The beautiful small things like everything running smoothly, an extra five minutes to enjoy breakfast in the morning, happy mail...those things matter.

Use your time how you truly want to use it, not how you think you should.

Now I am not telling you to go out and quit your job because quite frankly that is stupid and I certainly do not make enough to help support you. I am saying that when you get home from work, maybe put off that laundry for one more day and take a bubble bath instead. Go to the library and pickup a book to read just for fun. Splurge for a venti this week, because let's face it...Monday is here again and none of us are ready.

My own take on these words of wisdom, and yes, you can quote me on this... "Life is precious; live for you."