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Happy 1st Birthday to the Dose of Donna book!
It was the summer of 2003 when the thought of publishing a book randomly came to mind. Despite not knowing what the book was to
Could. Would. Should.
I could… I would… but should I? Should. Interesting word. It is stated frequently enough by me and others that it got the Dose thinking.
Autographed Dose of Donna Book
Want an autographed Dose of Donna book? Provide the name and mailing address to me via email (donna@doseofdonna.com) and I shall send out a signed
Thanks. Giving.
On Thanksgiving Day, we reflect and give thanks. Thanks for our life, connections, and sustenance from that cornucopia of food! Growing up, our dad implemented
Reflections from the jeep
I recently had the opportunity to experience a South African safari—complete with a jeep, a guide, and lots of animals on the loose! No doubt,
“You’ve come a long way, baby!”
A car is no baby, but some of us treat our car like one, particularly a new car. Upon observation, folks with a new car
The Seven Dwarfs
Doc. Grumpy. Happy. Sleepy. Bashful. Sneezy. Dopey. These names reflect their person… what they are seen as or for. All but Doc, as he was
Yesterday was history. Tomorrow a mystery. Today is a gift, that’s why they call it the “present.”*
The Dose is all about being present – living in the present, enjoying the present, and respecting the present… all so that today is not
What is Old?
Old is a word defined as “many years,” “relatively long period of time,” and “no longer young.” Note: no number of years provided. I’ve heard
One Small Part of a Bigger Whole
One day the Dose just had to make sweet potato chips with the new mandolin…the safe cutting tool used to make thin slices of just
Dear Younger Me
There are written letters from older folks to their younger selves. These letters contain the “if I only knew” information that would have prevented many
Dose of Donna Book Reading Event!
Join the Dose of Donna book reading event on Wednesday, September 18th at 6pm sponsored by the Belmont Public Library! 📚 The Dose will be engaging the audience with
‘A bonfire blows out quickly, but a steady fire burns forever’
Connecting with new people is a part of life. Such people can be met at school, work, or social gatherings. Some of these strangers become friends,
Look who made the local paper!
Visit: https://belmontvoice.org to read the rest of Melissa Russell – Belmont Voice Correspondent – interview with Dose of Donna! Thank you for reading this article
The Blue Valley
Sometimes it just happens… the Dose gets sad and feels like staying in bed. Yes, even the optimists, encouragers, and motivators get the blues. I
Execute Dreams
Sometimes for dreams to lift off, they need a flight plan, a team, and fuel. Create your map, rally in your troops, and hype up…
Control Self
Being disciplined is tough to accept. Being self-disciplined is tough to implement. Yet both are for our betterment. Be the best form of you… control
The Value of Free
In our country, we have the opportunity to enjoy things and experiences, all seemingly for free! We have beautiful parks, beaches, and mountains to enjoy.
Note Beauty
Beauty is all around us…especially in the spring when flowers pop up from their bulbs! Yet beauty can also be found in an act from
Waving Warnings in the Wind
When the metaphorical red flag is waved… you know it’s synonymous with the famous words: “Danger, Will Robinson, Danger!” We all have experienced that “red
Exercise Mercy
Mercy is grace’s kissing cousin – it’s not giving someone the punishment they deserve. By exercising mercy, we are able to bestow a miracle!
Ode to Mrs. Jack
Mrs. Jack was a socialite who loved art. Her passion was so strong in the arts that she created a palace to share her treasures
Give Grace
Grace has been likened to goodwill… giving to someone something they don’t deserve. Give someone the best surprise – give them grace!
Unreasonable Path Forward
To get to the top, one must climb up. To learn more, one must advance in one’s studies. To more forward, the car must be
Do Excellence
Striving for perfection is one daunting task. It can walk hand-in-hand with anxiety, frustration, or lead one down the path of despair. Excellence is within
Nourishment for the Noodle
People believe in posting affirmations around their living space – house, car, office. Not a bad idea, as it makes sense to have positive sayings
Capture Wisdom
Wisdom provides what smarts can’t. It’s gained with each year of maturing and can be gleaned by the company one keeps.
Me. Myself. And I.
My Dad was a saint. With every school writing assignment, he taught me principles of writing as he corrected the grammatical mistakes and ensured my content