Feel Good Friday

Space Oddity

Posted by on May 17, 2013 at 6:30 am

Colonel Chris Hadfield has to be one of the coolest people ever. A great leader. I admire what he’s done for mankind and am in awe of what can be accomplished when we set our minds to it. There are no borders in space. I love watching the ISS pass overhead as it orbits the [...]

3 Heartwarming Dad and Daughter Stories

Posted by on May 10, 2013 at 2:46 pm

With the spotlight on mothers this weekend, it seemed fitting to balance things a bit with some touching dad and daughter stories. I love to see the wonderful relationships male friends have with their daughters, and female friends with their fathers. I credit my own dad, with my early entry into motorcycling. While I don’t [...]

3 Life Lessons From Our Elders

Posted by on May 3, 2013 at 6:30 am

I recently discovered this website, chock full of advice from our elders – those who have lived it. Check out the website for much more wisdom. Three of the stories are shared below. The last one is my favorite – and not just because I envisioned a motorcycle when I read it. Share your wisdom [...]

Don’t Worry – It Wastes Your Life

Posted by on April 26, 2013 at 6:30 am

  It turns out the most common regret elders in our society have, is that they regret having spent so much time worrying.   Here’s an excerpt from the article which contains wisdom from the experts who have lived it, along with tips on how to reduce worry.   Worry Wastes Your Life   “Over [...]

The Invitation

Posted by on April 19, 2013 at 6:30 am

Yesterday my dear friend Joan Krenning read this poem to me. It was something that had touched her years ago, and  was exactly what I needed in dealing with a day and week of challenges and life lessons. But they pale, in fact, they’re non-existent when I look at the love that envelopes me on [...]

A Red Shirt, Courage and a Cat

Posted by on April 12, 2013 at 6:30 am

Today is Friday. That means I’m wearing a red shirt to honor those who have served to protect our rights and freedom. They’ve also sacrificed to protect the lives of others in countries far removed from our own.   Most of their work is unseen by us — duties that put them in peril and [...]

11 Things I’ve Learned (Maya Angelou)

Posted by on April 5, 2013 at 6:30 am

Yesterday Maya Angelou, American autobiographer and poet, turned 85. She has had a long and extensive career as an autobiographer, poet and change agent. Born into extreme poverty, the list of her accomplishments is endless.  And she’s still going strong!   11 Things I’ve Learned (Maya Angelou)   I was inspired by this article, 11 Things [...]

Meet Lady Road Dog and the Freedom Ride

Posted by on March 29, 2013 at 6:30 am

Today is Good Friday, one of the holiest days of the year for 2.2 billion Christians; It seems a fitting setting to introduce you to Joan Krenning, aka Lady Road Dog and The Freedom Ride, the personal, inspired mission she has embarked on.   What’s the connection?   Christians represent approximately 32% of the world’s [...]

3 Teens Who Helped Change the World

Posted by on March 22, 2013 at 6:30 am

Each of us has the power to effect change. A simple act of kindness can travel around the world. It doesn’t matter what our age or circumstance. It’s particularly touching when youth show strength and leadership.   These inspiring role models show that it doesn’t take grandiose acts to make a difference. Merely doing your [...]

33 Definitions of a Girl’s Bike

Posted by on March 8, 2013 at 6:30 am

While events for Women’s Month take place throughout March, today is officially International Women’s Day – started in the ’20′s to recognize women’s issues. It’s now celebrated globally  - and it inspired our Ladies Night theme for Motorcycle Mojo Magazine’s FaceBook  chat earlier this week.   Mojo Fans were asked, “What is meant by a [...]