I had dreamed of biking in Italy for years, and as those years marched on I had somewhat decided that I needed to let go of that dream. After all, I am almost 60 years old, feeling more tired than I used to, and it was too late. Still, the dream lingered.
Read MoreThe story behind our motto "The lights are on. Let yourself in."
Read MoreThe situations we might face requiring courage are more often everyday interactions; from the outside, they appear as harmless, low-risk exchanges. In reality, however, they can raise our levels of anxiety and adrenaline as high as if we were anticipating stepping off the bridge for our first bungee jump.
Read MoreWe recently published our Aluminaria story on Lucy Dillon. Lucy is a writer herself, having spent 20 years as a journalist working at the Deseret News in Salt Lake City. She is now a yoga studio owner and teacher, providing endless support and inspiration to her students.
Read MoreWe are thrilled to finally launch our blog, The Villa, as a place for storytelling, connection, shared wisdom, and—we hope—plenty of inspiration and fun. We invite you will travel this new road with us, and share your stories and ideas to inspire us and make us better. We want The Villa to be a place you come to find rejuvenation and refreshment on your journey—whatever it is.
Read MoreWhat goals are so important to you that you’re willing to go through the drudgework, the stuff you hate, in order to do what you love?
Read More"My grandmother worked. My mother worked. But I'm the only one who was encouraged to seek fulfillment in a career."
Read MoreMy backyard quail enjoys this warm sunshine almost as much as I do. Happy mom's day everybody!
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