By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills Every time someone new reaches out to connect with me through social media, I have a new friend. For me, social media is about building relationships. Not just for me to promote my name, post, or career. This is a connection point, and my goal is to make and keep friends by helping you navigate life’s …
The Blessings of Friendship
By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills A true friend cares for us with love, honesty, and sincerity while knowing our flaws and weaknesses. The qualities of a good friend are a treasure because reciprocating the relationship comes with a price. “The only way to have a friend is to be one.” Ralph Waldo Emerson. To be a good friend means we practice …
15 Ways to Perk Up a Mood
By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills It’s summer, the season for vacations, picnics, backyard barbecues, swimming, and whatever else we can do when the weather’s warm. Yet, sometimes we slip into a funky mood and need something to give us a perk. Here are 15 ways we can brighten our day and improve our mental health. Outside Get out of the house …
12 Ways to Celebrate a Birthday
By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills As we grow older, we look for new ways to celebrate birthdays for family members, friends, and ourselves. A few weeks ago, I posted a question on Facebook about how my followers enjoyed their once-a-year day. I think you will enjoy some of the responses. The following ideas may give you unique ideas how to make …
For the Love of a Pony
By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills Recently I had a sweet conversation with a friend. When I asked about her pony, she told me the following story, and I wanted to share it with you. I knew TC, my pony, was unhappy at the boarding barn—no buddies and not much room to play. I made an off-hand comment about the sad situation …
Love is in the Air – Go Make a Friend
By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills Congratulations to Renee from PA and Carolyn from CA who were randomly selected in the Valentine’s Giveaway last week. I’m a little jealous of those yummy chocolates. Today is a celebration of love. We want to focus on all the wonderful attributes of love and feeling loved. The more friends we have, the more love spills …