Category Archives: gratitude

Time Stands Still, Until It Doesn’t

Posted on September 15, 2022 by Patti Fralix

Thinking about the recent death of Queen Elizabeth ll at 96 years of age (more about that next week) has me counting the years. At soon to be 71 years old, I wonder how long I will live. Probably not … Continue reading →

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Fall Forward

Posted on September 1, 2022 by Patti Fralix

Fall has not technically arrived yet, although in some ways it feels like it since Starbucks has released its every year eagerly awaited Pumpkin drinks. With this weekend being the last holiday of the summer season and most students already … Continue reading →

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Kindness Matters

Posted on August 25, 2022 by Patti Fralix

The importance of kindness has been a common theme lately, probably since Covid. While kindness has always been important, I think it has become more so recently. There are signs of the focus on kindness everywhere. Examples are signs on … Continue reading →

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The Leaders of A Pack

Posted on August 4, 2022 by Patti Fralix

“You do a lot more good as the leader of a pack than you do as a lone wolf.” These words were spoken by Dr. Jason Bull on one of the last shows of this series, Bull. I have been … Continue reading →

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Southern Hospitality

Posted on July 29, 2022 by Patti Fralix

Nothing represents southern hospitality more than food and fellowship. I have had a lot of both lately. As I thought about this week’s blog, it occurred to me that we all may need a reminder of the importance of reaching … Continue reading →

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A Cause Greater Than Oneself

Posted on July 23, 2022 by Patti Fralix

While cleaning out recently, I rediscovered Viktor Frankl’s book, Man’s Search for Meaning. Although I have rarely reread books, I decided this one should be. I wasn’t exactly sure what message I needed to find in rereading this book, but … Continue reading →

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All and Nothing

Posted on July 14, 2022 by Patti Fralix

I spent three days in Atlanta at the Gift Market this week, sourcing items for my antiques and gifts business which is located in Southport, NC. This is a very part-time business, although I have had it for more than … Continue reading →

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Happy Mother’s Day

Posted on May 6, 2022 by Patti Fralix

In this post I am doing something I have never done before; I am reposting an earlier post. I have been blogging (mostly) weekly since January 2015, and I have never repeated a post. I knew I wanted this week’s … Continue reading →

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Customer Service at its Finest

Posted on January 20, 2022 by Patti Fralix

Feeling appreciated is something most people appreciate! When was the last time you received a note of appreciation from a salesperson at a store with whom you do business? Or any positive connection from anyone at companies with whom you … Continue reading →

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A Season of Giving

Posted on December 9, 2021 by Patti Fralix

There are more Christmas lights this year than I remember in years past. There are more people buying Christmas decorations and Christmas gifts than I have seen in recent years. People are talking about these differences and are giving COVID … Continue reading →

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