Relationships

Western North Carolina Strong

You know the news. Charging wind, water and mud from Tropical Storm Helene devastated western North Carolina and left communities in ruins. Help arrived. Big time. But help is still needed.

Continue ReadingThis entry was posted in Character, Neck of the Woods, Relationships, Way of Life on October 25, 2024 by LSomerbyCooke.

What the Heck Are We Doing? Is It Possible to Get Back to Embracing the Truth?

There is no wisdom save in truth. Truth is everlasting, but our ideas about truth are changeable. The greatest homage we can pay to truth is to use it, but that is often not the path followed.

Continue ReadingThis entry was posted in Character, Relationships, Way of Life, Were It Within My Power on August 15, 2024 by LSomerbyCooke.
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Give The World Your Best: Unleashing Potential Through Positivity

Doing your best, despite roadblocks, is not just about personal achievement; it’s a transformative act that can ripple outwards, inspiring change and engendering progress. Your actions, no matter how small, have the power to shape the world around you.

Continue ReadingThis entry was posted in Character, Relationships, Way of Life on June 25, 2024 by LSomerbyCooke.

A Special Kind Of Love

Lately, I’ve found myself reflecting on our kids. I suppose that’s a natural place for the mind to go, especially when advancing in years.

Continue ReadingThis entry was posted in Relationships, Way of Life on April 9, 2024 by LSomerbyCooke.

Look Up

With the significant calendar flip freshly behind us, I thought not so much about resolutions but instead about what one simple thing we might embrace to help us get on solid footing and make our collective 2024 be all it can be. Looking up.

Continue ReadingThis entry was posted in Character, Relationships, Way of Life, Were It Within My Power on January 1, 2024 by LSomerbyCooke.

Happiness Is A High School Reunion

A 50-year high school reunion is a magical event for a zillion reasons.

Continue ReadingThis entry was posted in Relationships, Way of Life on October 11, 2023 by LSomerbyCooke.
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That’s Mighty Neighborly Of You

The value of good neighbors can’t be overstated. They convey the calmness that comes with someone always having your back who also makes your life just a little bit richer.

Continue ReadingThis entry was posted in Relationships, Way of Life on September 24, 2023 by LSomerbyCooke.
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Happy Wife, Happy Life

Does the secret of a happy marriage remain a secret? Hardly. A Happy Wife certainly helps, but a harmonious relationship is the responsibility of both partners.

Continue ReadingThis entry was posted in Character, Relationships, Way of Life, Were It Within My Power on May 9, 2023 by LSomerbyCooke.
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The Relentless March of Time

We don’t consciously noodle on the subject of time because we’re so consumed with living life. However, as time passes, we certainly comprehend what “time marching on” feels like.

Continue ReadingThis entry was posted in Character, Neck of the Woods, Relationships, Way of Life, Were It Within My Power on March 24, 2023 by LSomerbyCooke.
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Things I’ll Never Master … And That’s Okay

If you’ve always felt you could become a better version of yourself but seem to run smack into a wide assortment of deficiencies, read on …

Continue ReadingThis entry was posted in Character, Relationships, Way of Life, Were It Within My Power on March 8, 2023 by LSomerbyCooke.
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Different Perspectives

Perspective helps us to understand and consider other positions, beliefs, experiences and viewpoints. This gives us a better understanding and greater empathy. Gaining perspective reduces bias and conflict.

Continue ReadingThis entry was posted in Character, Relationships, Way of Life on February 13, 2023 by LSomerbyCooke.
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