by Gayle Carson | Nov 17, 2019 | Inspiration
From the Journal of the S.O.B.: Be empowered and recognized as someone on the way up–a winner in everything you do. You will be considered one, if people see you taking action. Look for three-dimensional mentors. You can often find them in biographies.....
by Gayle Carson | Aug 26, 2019 | Inspiration
From the Journal of the S.O.B.: It is wonderful to wake up and have everything just the way you want. But is that realistic? Yes, there are some people who SEEM to be blessed by a golden hand that follows them everywhere they go, but if you dwell on that you will...
by Gayle Carson | Jul 28, 2019 | Inspiration
From the Journal of the S.O.B.: I am attending the 39th convention of the National Speakers Association. As you can imagine, there are over 1000 people here who are mostly professional plus those just starting out. We also have 100 youth attending the program...
by Gayle Carson | Jul 22, 2019 | Inspiration
From the Journal of the S.O.B. We certainly know there is nothing so constant as change. Yet it is the one thing that drives us nuts! The older we get, the harder it is to make changes and that’s what keeps us in our little boxes. As S.O.B.’s who are...
by Gayle Carson | Jul 14, 2019 | Inspiration
From the Journal of the S.O.B.: I had quite a day today watching the coverage on the Apollo 11 50th Anniversary and the Wimbledon championship. Although very different events, they each brought out the best in the people involved. All the unsung heroes of the Apollo...
by Gayle Carson | Jul 7, 2019 | Inspiration
From the Journal of the S.O.B. Persistence is one of my favorite words. It really expresses who I am. It has been both a curse and a blessing. It keeps me pursuing things I want to do and sometimes keeps me there too long, however it’s usually a positive in my...
by Gayle Carson | Jul 1, 2019 | Inspiration
The long weekend will be upon us shortly and once again I must take the opportunity of championing what the 4th really means. Independence Day is a federal holiday in the United States commemorating the Declaration of Independence of the United States on July 4,...
by Gayle Carson | Jun 17, 2019 | Inspiration
From the Journal of the S.O.B.: I hope all of you who are Dads had a happy day yesterday and those of you who celebrated Father’s Day with your Dad or hubby made it great as well. I have to say that I had the greatest Dad ever. He worked a lot (had his own...
by Gayle Carson | May 27, 2019 | Inspiration
From the Journal of the S.O.B.: This is such an important day. We honor all the men and women who served and died in the U.S. Military. Too often we forget why we have the day off from work, or why businesses are closed and even why the schools are closed. We are very...
by Gayle Carson | May 20, 2019 | Inspiration
From the Journal of the SOB: It’s interesting as to how many people wish for things that are achievable however they seem to want them through a magic pill. You’ve heard that most things worth getting are worth working for and it is so true. You...
by Gayle Carson | Apr 28, 2019 | Inspiration
From the S.O.B. Journal: Age is not a number–it’s a state of mind. Who and what do you put into your life to make you come alive? What makes you smile and quiver with excitement? What boosts your energy? Participate in activities that challenge and stretch...
by Gayle Carson | Apr 16, 2019 | Feeling good, Inspiration
From the Journal of the S.O.B.: Isn’t it interesting how so many religions have celebrations around the same calendar time. Which really means we are more alike than different. And there should be more peace and harmony in the world. I love people and so do most...
by Gayle Carson | Mar 18, 2019 | Inspiration, Women Over 50
People talk about balance all the time. As a matter of fact, I am putting a series together on that exact subject. However, I am a firm believer that one person’s balance is not someone else’s. And it is so important to find yours. You can be busy some or...
by Gayle Carson | Mar 12, 2019 | Inspiration
S.O.B.’s have fire, don’t ever quit and get immense joy and pleasure out of what you do. You make a difference, and because you are sassy and “mature,” you get away with a lot more than you used to. You are the inspiration for your mentees,...
by Gayle Carson | Feb 26, 2019 | Inspiration
As we wrap up Spunky Old Broad month, I wanted to leave you with a powerful message on being a powerful you. People often get the two words assertive and aggressive mixed up, especially when it comes to women. When you are assertive which simply means believing you...
by Gayle Carson | Feb 19, 2019 | Feeling good, Inspiration
Yes, Tuesday the 19th is my birthday and it’s been another amazing year gone by. So many changes and yet so much staying the same. I am blessed with good friends, fabulous family and amazing pets. I do what I love and love what I do. Yes, a few more aches and...
by Gayle Carson | Feb 5, 2019 | Feeling good, Inspiration
From the journal of the S.O.B.: Yes, it’s that time again. February is Spunky Old Broad month and it already has been making the publicity rounds. I haven’t even announced the new S.O.B. of the Year (which will happen next week) and I am getting calls from...
by Gayle Carson | Jan 21, 2019 | Inspiration, Memories
To continue on with my personal journey, I thought I would tackle the subject of loss. Certainly all of you have experienced some type of loss in your life. Some are more painful than others but none of them are easy to deal with. I lost my son, then my husband and...
by Gayle Carson | Jan 7, 2019 | Health and Wellness, Inspiration, Surviving Cancer
First I want to welcome all of you to 2019. I am sure many of you are getting tons of “How to Make 2019 your best year ever” messages as I have. And no, I’m not going there. But I am going to change this newsletter to share more. Many of you have...
by Gayle Carson | Dec 17, 2018 | Inspiration
Since next week is Christmas, this is my last missive of the year. It’s a time to reflect, to be grateful, to give thanks and to also think about what you want and will do in the new year. As I look back, even though I have been through a lot, there is nothing I...
