Over a period of two days two people told me, “Your book should have been done by now.” Years ago, I would have allowed that statement to consume me mentally and emotionally. I would have continuously asked myself, “Why isn’t your book done?” or “why aren’t you farther along?” And then I would have…
Author: Ms. Marcie
I am a writer, blogger, trainer and author who loves sharing little known and unknown facts.
Headshots of Amber Carroll of Crafted By Carroll
I had the pleasure of taking headshots of Amber Carroll, the founder of Crafted by Carroll. She makes and sells candles, diffusers, room sprays and other items that “bring you joy and transport you to a place of peace and relaxation.” It was a fun session (I didn’t record the photo session, although I should…
Are You Doing Things You Want to Do?
Are you doing things you want to do? If not, why? If you are doing things you want to do, please share what they are and how people can join them in the comment box below. People are looking for enjoyable things to do, and I would like to help them get enjoyment back in…
Call Me for Professional Headshots and Small Event Photography
I’m ready to take my photography to the next level and have decided to specialize in professional headshots and small event photography. Professional Headshots Are you ready to put your best face forward? Whether you need professional headshots that make a lasting impression or photography for your special events, I’m here to help you…
Write Down Your 2024 Accomplishments and 2025 Goals
We are in the last days of 2024 and I want to encourage you to do two things: write down your 2024 accomplishments and 2025 goals. Write Down Your Accomplishments First, write down things you’ve accomplished this year, no matter how small they were. People tend to disregard small wins, but they do…
Free Afterschool Program at Kroc Center
The Kroc Center is offering free afterschool programs for residents who live in the West Pullman zip codes of 60628 and 60643. Details are in the image below. Be sure to spread the word.
4 Quotes To Help You Stop Making Excuses
Following are four quotes that inspired me to stop making excuses and start taking action, and I hope they do the same for you if you’ve been procrastinating on starting or completing something. Inspirational Quote #1 Source: Word For You Today, October 16, 2024 “More often than not, the only thing between you and the…
City Colleges of Chicago Aviation Program
I think a lot of people sleep on the City Colleges of Chicago (CCC), but I found one of their best-kept secrets: their aviation program. While researching drone classes in Chicago, search results for CCC’s aviation program appeared. And while I did not conduct extensive research into the program offerings, I was excited to see…
It REALLY is a Small World
Have you ever met or had a conversation with someone and learned that you knew the same person? Or, has anyone wanted to connect with you on social media because you have someone in common, but you didn’t know you two knew this person? If this has happened to you, this is proof that it…
What Would You Do If You Weren’t Afraid?
This question, “What would you do if you were not afraid?”, was asked in a YouTube video and my thoughts raced for at least three hours after I heard it. This is a very thought provoking question, because fear is one of the main reasons people don’t pursue their dreams or reach goals. And…