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  • Would you like to learn more about the remarkable bonds between mothers and daughters that empower both individuals? Join Amy Newmark, Chicken Soup for the Soul publisher, and me on Wednesday, April 24th, from 10 AM to 11 AM CT U.S. We will be discussing stories of The Magic of Mothers and Daughters from their latest release, Chicken Soup for the Soul: Mothers and Daughters, to kick off our early celebration of Mother’s Day 2024.

    According to Amy, the heart-centered book showcases 101 stories of appreciation for mothers, grandmothers, stepmothers, mothers-in-law, and honorary mothers. The stories will make everyone laugh, tear up, nod their heads in recognition, and, most importantly—know they’re appreciated.

    Chicken Soup for the Soul - Mothers and Daughters is a celebration of the unique relationships between mothers and daughters that can only be told through chapters like - Mom to the Rescue, Mom Knows Best, Across the Generations, Mother-Daughter Adventure, and Like Mother Like Daughter, to name a few! No matter what kind of mother-daughter relationship you have, this book has a story for you.

  • How do cats do it? They brighten our days, act as our therapists, and become our best friends—without saying one word. Let’s explore the remarkable ways cats transform our lives! Join Amy Newmark, Chicken Soup for the Soul publisher, and me on Wednesday, April 17th, at 10 AM CT U.S. We will be discussing that fun Special Human–Animal Bond from their latest release, Chicken Soup for the Soul: Me and My Cat - 101 Tales of Feline Friendship.

    The stories that cat owners share about their feline friends are remarkable. They’re frequently hilarious, often heroic, and surprisingly human instincts will have cat lovers laughing, tearing up, and nodding their heads in recognition as we dive into these touching, inspiring, and sometimes mindboggling stories about all the ways in which cats enrich our lives, become part of our families, and make us better people.

    “It’s remarkable how much cats add to our lives,” says Amy Newmark. “Our writers report on how their cats helped them improve their relationships, acted as natural therapists, and showed them how to overcome their own challenges. They learned how to be better humans through the examples of their cats’ loyalty, faith, forgiveness, and resilience.”

    In keeping with Chicken Soup for the Soul’s support for pet adoption and shelters, the 101 stories chosen for the book from thousands of submissions are inspirational and fun and feature rescued cats, including black cats and senior cats, which are often left behind at shelters. Chicken Soup for the Soul’s mission is to make people think “shelter first” when they’re considering adding a new pet to their families.

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  • Would you like to know the inner workings of today’s Membership and Subscription Economy? Join Robbie Kellman Baxter and me on Wednesday, April 3rd, from 10 to 11 A.M. Central Time U.S. Our conversation will be about her remarkable life journey and why the membership and subscription economy models are so successful in today’s business model.

    Robbie Kellman Baxter is the founder of Peninsula Strategies LLC, a consulting firm. She helps companies use subscription pricing, digital communities, and freemium models to build deeper customer relationships. For over 21 years, she has worked with over 100 organizations in over 20 industries.

    Robbie has presented globally as a keynote speaker at major conferences, association meetings, trade shows, elite universities, and private audiences at many of the world’s most well-known companies.

    She hosts the podcast “Subscription Stories,” where she interviews business leaders to discuss how they use subscription pricing and membership models to redefine the biggest industries and generate predictable recurring revenue. Robbie also developed and taught nine video courses for LinkedIn Learning on business topics ranging from innovation to customer success and membership.

    Robbie’s first book, “The Membership Economy: Find Your Superusers, Master the Forever Transaction & Build Recurring Revenue,” was named one of the top ten marketing books of all time by BookAuthority. Her second book, The Forever Transaction, walks readers through every step of the subscription business process.

    Robbie received her MBA from the Stanford Graduate School of Business and graduated with honors from Harvard College. She was a strategy consultant at Booz-Allen & Hamilton, a New York City Urban Fellow, and a Silicon Valley product marketer.

  • Would you like to experience a Career Advantage and a Rewarding Work Life? Join Caroline Dowd-Higgins and me on Wednesday, March 20th, from 10 to 11 A.M. Central Time U.S. Our conversation will be about her remarkable life journey and her latest book, Your Career Advantage: Overcoming Challenges to Achieve a Rewarding Work Life!

    Caroline Dowd-Higgins is a career and executive coach, consultant, and speaker who is passionate about helping individuals and organizations navigate change and thrive. She is a Certified LeaderShape Transpersonal Executive Coach, a Marshall Goldsmith Stakeholder-Centered Executive Coach, and a Gallup Strengths Coach. Caroline hosts the award-winning podcast Your Working Life and is known for her inspiring TEDxWomen talk on reframing failure.

    Her first book, This Is Not the Career I Ordered: Empowering Strategies from Women Who Recharged, Reignited, and Reinvented Their Careers, is full of empowering, energizing, and motivating action steps to help women find a career they will love.

    Caroline’s latest book, Your Career Advantage: Overcoming Challenges to Achieve a Rewarding Work Life, is a treasure trove of insights and strategies. It delves into the secrets of a successful career and a fulfilling life, offering practical advice on navigating the challenges often accompanying professional growth.

    Whether you are a mid-career professional seeking to advance or a C-suite executive looking to maintain your success, Caroline's playbook is a valuable resource. It addresses the unique challenges and unexpected blind spots that can arise on your career journey, offering innovative ideas, inspiration, and techniques proven to achieve maximum impact.

  • Are you interested in insightful and transformative works on feminism and the human experience of pain? Join Dr. L Ayu Saraswati and me on Wednesday, March 13th, from 10 - 11 A.M. Central Time U.S. Our conversation will be about her remarkable life journey and her latest book, Scarred: A Feminist Journey Through Pain.

    Dr. Ayu is an award-winning author, award-winning teacher, engaging speaker, innovative consultant, and professor in women, gender, and sexuality studies at the University of Hawaii. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Maryland, College Park. Before her current position, Dr. Ayu was an assistant professor in women’s studies at the University of Kansas and a postdoctoral fellow at Emory University.

    Her book Pain Generation: Social Media, Feminist Activism, and the Neoliberal Selfie is a Nautilus book award winner, and her book Seeing Beauty, Sensing Race in Transnational Indonesia received the National Women's Studies Association Gloria Anzaldúa book award.

    Dr. Ayu’s expertise also extends beyond academia. She serves as a board member at Women’s Studies Quarterly, a consultant at EVERYBODY Consulting, and an acquisition editor at Biography: An Interdisciplinary Quarterly Journal. 

    Her latest book, Scarred: A Feminist Journey Through Pain, is one of Library Journal’s Best Books of 2023. It is equal parts memoir and scholarly criticism. Dr. Ayu provides thought-provoking theories and life-transforming ways to understand pain, specifically in relation to feminism.

  • Would you like to learn how to be proactive in safeguarding your children by recognizing signs and symptoms of potential sexual abuse situations? Join Yvonne Sandomir and me on Wednesday, March 6th, from 10 - 11 A.M. Central Time U.S. Our conversation is about her remarkable life journey and her latest book, What, Who, Why, Where, How, When, Plan - A Parents Guide To Preventing Child Sexual Abuse.

    Born and raised in the Deep South, Yvonne overcame multiple childhood traumas. Since July 2015, when her healing journey began, she has been dedicated to spreading awareness, education, and prevention of child sexual abuse. As a certified survivor with a compelling story, she shares her story in a memoir, "The Invisible Girl," and her podcast, Survivor Strong.  

    Besides being a Cognitive Behavioral Life Coach and author, Yvonne has been a lifelong poet. When she is not writing or in sessions with clients, she either sings karaoke, dances around the house, paints, or spends lots of time with her husband and two daughters. Yvonne's commitment to breaking the cycle of abuse is evident in her support for charities like Lauren's Kids and her involvement with ChildHelp in California. As a former Guardian Ad Litem, she brings a unique perspective to the conversation.

    What, Who, Why, Where, How, When, Plan: A parent's guide to preventing child sexual abuse provides valuable information on how to recognize the signs and symptoms of a possible sexual abuse situation and provides tools for prevention. It covers perpetrator red flags, grooming red flags, and techniques for preventing child sexual abuse. The tone is compelling, providing actionable advice that empowers parents to become proactive in protecting their children and keeping them safe from the dangers of sexual abuse.

  • Are you curious about that Magical Connection between humans and animals, especially dogs? Well, join Amy Newmark, Chicken Soup for the Soul publisher, and me on Wednesday, February 28th, from 10 AM -11 AM CT U.S. We will be discussing that fun Special Human–Animal Bond from their latest release, Chicken Soup for the Soul: Me and My Dog - 101 Tales of Canine Companionship.

    These stories will have dog lovers laughing, tearing up, and nodding their heads in recognition. The experiences are touching, inspiring, and sometimes mindboggling stories as to how dogs enrich our lives, become part of our families, and make us better people.

    “It’s remarkable how much dogs add to our lives,” says Amy Newmark. “Our writers report on how their dogs helped them improve their relationships, acted as natural therapists, and showed them how to overcome their own challenges. They learned how to be better humans through the examples of their dogs’ loyalty, faith, forgiveness, and resilience.”

    In keeping with Chicken Soup for the Soul’s support for pet adoption and shelters, the 101 stories chosen for the book from thousands of submissions are inspirational and fun and feature rescued dogs, including black dogs and senior dogs, which are often left behind at shelters. Chicken Soup for the Soul’s mission is to make people think “shelter first” when they’re considering adding a new pet to their families.

  • Would you like to know the real cause of ADHD and learn lasting solutions to help your child resolve the issue? Join Connie McReynolds, Ph.D., and me on Wednesday, February 21st, from 10 - 11 A.M. Central Time U.S. Our conversation is about her remarkable life journey and her latest book, Solving the ADHD Riddle: The Real Cause and Lasting Solutions to Your Child’s Struggle to Learn.

    Dr. Connie is a Licensed Psychologist & Certified Rehabilitation Counselor with more than 30 years of experience in the field of rehabilitation counseling and psychology. She is the founder of neurofeedback clinics in southern California. Dr. Connie works with children and adults to reduce or eliminate conditions of ADHD, anxiety, anger, depression, chronic pain, learning problems, and trauma.

    She earned her Ph.D. in Rehabilitation Psychology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Dr. Connie gained valuable experiences in the Outpatient Substance Abuse Treatment Program at the Middleton VA  Hospital, the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Neuropsychological Clinic at Meriter Hospital,  and the Mendota Mental Health Institute. Her whole-hearted mission is to bring hope and resolution to those who are struggling with the symptoms of ADHD, their parents, and teachers.

    Dr. Connie’s Solving the ADHD Riddle takes you on a journey into the intricate world of behavioral and learning challenges. Readers will gain a deeper understanding of ADHD and processing difficulties, Learn to navigate the complex landscape of diagnosis and treatment, Learn how to advocate effectively for the child or student, and Discover how to create a nurturing and supportive environment for learning and growth, fostering a brighter, more hopeful future for children with learning and behavioral challenges.

  • Are you looking for a breakthrough for your communications skills - transforming how you talk, listen, and interact? Join Chuck Wisner and me on Wednesday, February 14th, from 10 - 11 A.M. Central Time U.S. Our conversation is about his remarkable life journey and his latest book, The Art of Conscious Conversations - Transforming How We Talk, Listen, and Interact.

    Chuck is the president of Wisner Consulting. He is a thinker, a coach, and a teacher in organizational strategy, human dynamics, and leadership excellence. For the past twenty-five years, he has served as a business and personal consultant and advisor to leaders in high-profile companies in several industries.

    Chuck’s client list includes companies such as Google, Rivian, Apple, Tesla, Harvard Business School, Ford, and Chrysler. He was a senior affiliated mediator with the Harvard Mediation Program and was among the first to be certified through the Mastering the Art of Professional Coaching program at the Newfield Institute. Chuck was also an organizational learning and leadership specialist affiliated with MIT’s Center for Organizational Learning.

    The Art Of Conscious Conversations takes a deep dive into the DNA of conversations, exploring the components and complexities of talking with others. With new insights, we can positively transform our interactions and relationships in our professional and personal lives. The book examines the how and the why of conversations and explores how we can reframe our thoughts, emotions, reactions, and interactions, increasing our awareness and improving the quality of our interactions at work and at home.

  • Have you ever been curious about the cryptic language of your dreams? Wonder no more! Join Theresa Cheung and me on Wednesday, February 7th, from 10 - 11 A.M. Central Time U.S. Our conversation is about her remarkable life journey and her latest book, The Dream Dictionary from A to Z, Interpreting The Secrets Of Your Dreams.

    Theresa has been researching and writing about spirituality, dreams, and the paranormal for the past twenty-five years. She has a degree from Kings College, Cambridge University in Theology and English and several international bestselling books, including two Sunday Times top 10 bestsellers to her credit. Her Dream Dictionary from A to Z is regarded as a classic in its field.

    Theresa’s spiritual books have been translated into over 40 languages. She has numerous features published online and in leading newspapers and magazines and is fast becoming known as the Queen of Dreams. Listed by Watkins as one of the 100 most spiritually influential living people, she works closely with scientists and neuroscientists researching consciousness. She is the media “go-to” for expert opinions on dreams, intuition, the afterlife, and the paranormal. Theresa also hosts White Shores, the podcast for spiritual beings.

    Dreams are a universal phenomenon, offering a window into the mysteries of the human psyche. Throughout history, cultures worldwide have sought to decipher the secrets concealed within our dreams. Theresa’s “The Dream Dictionary from A to Z” is your ultimate companion in unraveling the symbolic tapestry of your dreams, enabling you to decode their profound meanings and gain valuable insights into your waking life. The comprehensive handbook will give you a deeper understanding of the messages your dreams convey and even gain glimpses into the future.

  • Are you ready to create fortunes, enhance your health, love life, family dynamics, and live your best life in 2024 by simply repositioning, adding, or removing items around your house and office? Join Marie Diamond and me on Wednesday, January 31st, from 10 - 11 A.M. Central Time U.S. Our conversation is about her remarkable life journey and her latest book, Feng Shui Your Life - A Beginner’s Guide to Using Your Home to Attract the Life of Your Dreams.

    Marie is one of the world’s top transformational leaders, the star of the major network TV show Feng Shui Your Life, a bestselling author, and an expert teacher on the Law of Attraction and Feng Shui. She is an Energy Master and was featured in the worldwide phenomenon The Secret. Marie's mission is to enlighten 500 million people with her teachings and wisdom. She merges her profound intuitive knowledge with her extensive studies of quantum physics, Feng Shui, and meditation to help her students achieve financial success, improved health, long-lasting relationships, and spiritual growth.

    Marie has taught more than one million students over the last 30 years and has spoken in more than 30 countries. She has published best-selling online courses with MindValley, Learning Strategies, Younity, and the Shift Network. Marie is a founding member of the Global Transformational Leadership Council and the founder and president of the Association of Transformational Leaders of Europe. She is a business and spiritual mentor to a Who’s Who of Celebrities in Film, Music, C-Suites, Global Leadership, Sports, and Royal Palaces.

    Feng Shui Your Life: A Beginner’s Guide to Using Your Home to Attract the Life of Your Dream is an easy-to-follow, step-by-step manual about Feng Shui energy, how it flows around you and your spaces, and its impact on people in your life and business.

  • Are you ready to empower your life by eating your way to feel great, look great, and Thrive in 2024? If your answer is Yes, I am ready for transformational success - join Sandy Robertson and me on Wednesday, January 17th, from 10 - 11 A.M. Central Time U.S. Our conversation is about her remarkable life journey and her latest book, Why Am I Eating This? Is This the Nourishment I Need?

    Sandy Robertson, RN, MSN, PH-CNS, is an author, a Board Certified Holistic Nurse (HN-BC), a Certified Medical Intuitive (CMIP), and a Certified Healing Touch Practitioner (CHTP) who weaves the traditional art and science of medicine with mind-body approaches to well-being. For the past 25 years, she has been a highly sought-after healing guide in private practice and a notable corporate healthcare systems leader/educator at the forefront of integrative, complementary, and mind/body approaches to behavior change for health and wellness.

    With her love of healing and healing energy, Sandy broadened her focus on corporate healthcare to include serving private clients through her private practice, Energy Works Wisdom. For healthcare systems, she continues to consult with healthcare programs, focusing on whole health integration.

    Sandy’s 2nd edition, Why Am I Eating This? Is This the Nourishment I Need? offers compassionate, evidence-based wisdom on caring for ourselves and our mind, body, and spirit, along with her wellness journey and 7 brand new “lightbulb moment” questions about nourishment and self-care!

  • Are you seeking a proven methodology to enhance your learning skills and thrive in 2024? How about proven learning techniques you can share with your children to help them excel during this school year? If your answer is Yes, join Jessyka Coulter and me on Wednesday, January 10th, from 10 - 11 A.M. Central Time U.S. Our conversation is about her remarkable life journey and the exclusive learning system she offers through her Love to Learn Study Skills program.

    Jessyka Coulter is the Founder and CEO of Ace Cookie Tutoring. Since 4th grade, she had dreamed of graduating as a valedictorian when she finished high school. It might seem silly to a lot of people; however, she was determined, and since then, every homework assignment she completed or test she studied for in middle school and high school was done in the hopes of earning a 4.0 and being at the top of her class, the valedictorian.

    Today, besides accomplishing her dream, Jessyka uses her Ace Cookie Tutoring to help students of all ages excel in their learning journey by offering them her 12 study skills that are personalized to their learning habits and personalities through her Love to Learn Study Skills program. When students discover “How to Learn” at their own pace and understanding, this makes it easier for them and their parents. She works with tweens, teens, and college students to help them achieve their maximum learning potential.

  • Are you ready to Thrive in 2024 and can use some real inspiring stories to help motivate and jump-start your journey to regroup, refocus, and relaunch the New You? If your answer is Yes, join Teresa Velardi and me on Wednesday, January 3rd, from 10 - 11 A.M. Central Time U.S. Our conversation is about her remarkable life journey and her latest book, A Daily Gift of Hope - A Collection of Stories from Hopeful Hearts from Around the Globe!

    Teresa Velardi is an author, publisher, host of the “Conversations That Make a Difference” podcast, coach, and potter. She uses the art of pottery to illustrate how each ball of clay can be transformed into a beautiful work of art with the touch of the potter’s hand. She guides her clients through the process of centering, molding, shaping, and walking through the fire of challenges to effect positive life change as they gracefully and powerfully embrace the work of art they already are.

    Teresa found her passion and purpose through life’s challenges while trusting God’s plan. Faith, Gratitude, and Giving are her heart-centered approach to life. Her abilities as a writer, editor, and publisher are vital ingredients she offers to those who share their message with the world on her podcast and through her publishing platform. Teresa’s daily quiet time, writing, and gratitude practice keep her focused on her God-given purpose as life unfolds in our ever-changing world. She says, “We all have a story and a heartfelt message to share. What’s your message?

    Her latest book, A Daily Gift of Hope - A Collection of Stories from Hopeful Hearts from Around the Globe, emphasizes the power of Hope shared by 77 authors from around the world!

  • Let us have some fun and joy by having a holiday conversation with “Anything Goes With Mama Marlene” columnist Marlene Buchanan. Please join us on Wednesday, December 20th, from 10 AM - 11 AM CDT US. Marlene and I will be having a Kitchen Table Conversation about Life, Love, and Laughter as we celebrate the past, present, and future!     

    Marlene Ratledge Buchanan lives enthusiastically as a woman, wife, mother, teacher, and writer. She is quick to say that she planned to marry someone old and rich but only got old.

    However, on her first date with Snell, her husband, Marlene, knew he was the one for her, to the point she proposed. After his refusal, she considered getting him pregnant. They are parents to a beautiful olive-skinned son. James suffered a lack of oxygen during delivery, resulting in him having special needs. She refers to James' condition as a special gift

    After thirty-four years of being in public education, Marlene retired in 2007. In the classroom, she earned the name "Ms. Rat," garnering her a collection of rat figurines and collectibles over the years from her students. As a Southern Humorist, Marlene has entertained readers with her observations about life through her column, Hey Y'all, published in the Gwinnett Citizen in Georgia since 2015.

    As an author, her first book, the award-winning “Life is Hard. Soften It with Laughter,” is designed to look at life and find a giggle. As a matter of fact, Don’t stop at a giggle….Let's laugh out loud at some of life’s misadventures and mishaps! Life is hard. We need to do whatever we can to make it softer.

  • Have you ever felt that you didn't quite get your message across or stumbling for the right words to express yourself to your child or loved ones? If Yes, join Cathi Curen and me on Wednesday, December 13th, from 10 AM - 11 AM CDT U.S. to learn how you can effectively change all that, especially during this holiday season when our home is the perfect place to connect and reconnect with kitchen table conversations about Life, Love, and Laughter!     

    Cathi is an author, family astrologer, lifestyle design consultant, Gallup Certified Strengths Coach, and adjunct professor at Pepperdine University Graduate School of Education and Psychology.

    Although our home provides a place to rest, restore, revitalize, and support our health and well-being, our work and home schedules are often over-extended in today’s fast-paced work demands and hybrid work environment.

    As a family astrologist and lifestyle design coach, Cathi works with individuals and families to develop happier and more fulfilling lifestyles using the ancient wisdom of astrology, mindful practices, and up-to-date design techniques. She tends to the interiors of the “Self” and the “Stage” of one’s life through their home, office, and living places, creating spaces people want to be in!

    Cathi believes our homes should provide a living area reflecting our authenticity and a life lived purposefully. Connecting one’s inner self with the outer world, she brings depth to her design to assist in creating environments that support individuals through life and all of its transitions.

  • Well, the season is upon us! Whatever kind of holiday you’re having—a big family get-together, a quiet dinner for two, or something in between, it’s a magical time of year. I invite you to join Amy Newmark, Chicken Soup for the Soul publisher, and me on Wednesday, November 15th, from 10 AM -11 AM CT U.S. We will be discussing fun stories from Thanksgiving to Hanukkah to Christmas to New Year’s.

    Chicken Soup for the Soul: Time for Christmas - 101 Tales of Holiday Joy, Love & Gratitude shares stories about communities coming together to make Christmas and the various holidays special for families going through hard times, the ripple effect of the joy of giving, and the many creative ways to make our holidays even more fun.

    Amy says, “As always, the stories in this collection are what Chicken Soup for the Soul calls “Santa Safe,” meaning they keep the magic alive even for precocious readers.”

    In keeping with Chicken Soup for the Soul holiday tradition, All royalties from this book go to the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program, which creates miracles for millions of families by providing holiday gifts to children in need in the U.S.

  • Are you interested in hearing about some amazing inspirational stories of Faith, Miracles, and Answered Prayers? If your answer is YES! Then join Amy Newmark, Chicken Soup for the Soul publisher, and me on Wednesday, October 4th, from 10 AM -11 AM CT U.S. We will be discussing stories of Angels and Miracles in Our Lives!

    Chicken Soup for the Soul: Angels and the Miraculous - 101 Inspirational Stories of Faith, Miracles, and Answered Prayers is a collection of true stories from people who have experienced life-changing occurrences that can only be described as divine intervention or amazing coincidences that cannot be explained!

    The book offers glimpses into the lives of regular people who find themselves in extraordinary, unexplainable situations, their prayers answered, and their lives forever changed. It’s about the anonymous angels who touched their hearts and saved their lives. From miraculous connections and answered prayers to divine intervention and inexplicable healing to angels and messages from heaven, these stories prove that miracles can happen every day to people from all walks of life.

    According to Amy, “These stories open our hearts to possibilities—that something, somehow, somewhere can work in our lives to make good things happen when we need them most.”

  • Could you switch from what you have been doing for decades to rediscover yourself and live the new You? If so, Join Tammy Hader and me on Wednesday, September 27th, from 10 AM - 11 AM CDT U.S. to learn about her fascinating journey and how we all have that special “moment” from her Walking Old Roads - A Memoir Of Kindness Rediscovered!    

    Tammy is a midwesterner lady who traded in her 30-year accounting career in 2018 to reinvent herself as a writer. Somehow, she was able to utilize her Bachelor of Business Administration in accounting from Wichita State University to meticulously articulate and arrange the alphabet to give rise to a series of extraordinary writing projects. Referred to as The Bashful Storyteller by one of her writing peers, Tammy authored the powerfully reflective book Walking Old Roads – A Memoir of Kindness Rediscovered, released this past June. She also writes essays about being a migraine warrior for WebMD and publishes life stories as a Baby Boomer for The National Association of Baby Boomer Women and BabyBoomer.org. BizCatalyst360 and Medium have also published Tammy’s work. She was also a contributing author to the 2022 Daily Gift Book Series by Teresa Velardi.

    Resonant and enlightening, “Walking Old Roads” pulls a middle-aged woman from the realization she is at fault for breaking society and carries her out of the cynical, dusty ashes of self-isolation. Guided by her mother’s wrinkled hands, a mid-life quest for lost benevolence finds more than answers hidden within the neglected shrubbery scattered along Memory Lane.

    Tammy is working on the second book of her memoir series, Door Number Three – A Memoir of Stupidity and Confidence. Besides writing, she enjoys caring for her mom, cooking for her family, and serving her two rescue cats with the royal attention they deserve.

  • Ever wonder what ingredients are required to build a true Character of Substance in yourself and your loved ones? If so, Join Coach Gary Waters and me on Wednesday, September 5th, from 10 AM - 11 AM CDT U.S. to learn how we can refine and enhance our reputation and help build a better future for our loved ones. Coach Waters and I will be talking about his remarkable life’s journey and his book, Ten Principles of a Character Coach!

    Coach Gary Waters earned his reputation building college basketball programs. He was the winningest coach in the history of Cleveland State University. During his time at the school, Coach Waters won 194 games and led the Vikings to six postseason appearances. In 2009, Cleveland State made the NCAA Tournament and advanced to the second round after shocking Wake Forest. He rebuilt three programs -- Kent State (92-60, five years), Rutgers (79-75, five years) and CSU -- into winners.

    Coach Waters led Kent State to its first NCAA Tournament appearance in 1999 and a second in 2001 before leaving for Rutgers. The winner of numerous honors, he was 2008 Horizon League Coach of the Year, 2011 Horizon League Champions, inducted into The Ferris State University and Kent State Hall of Fame, and winner of the John Lotz Barnabas Award by the Fellowship of Christian Athletes for the 2009-10 season.

    Coach Waters was named a Master Coach by the Nations of Coaches in 2015 and served on the National Association of Basketball Coaches board.

    Coach Waters is a Detroit native and graduated with a B.S. in Business Administration from Ferris State in 1975, a B.S. in Business Education from Ferris State in 1978, and an M.A. in Educational Administration from Central Michigan in 1976. He currently resides in Tampa, Florida.