Infest others with your happiness by @NNP_W_Light

Be so happy that when others look at you, they become happy, too.

Don't be down...be happy.

Happiness is infectious. Today and every day, swarm everyone with your happiness!  

Happiness will spread faster than bacteria and you will make this world a better place.

MRS N

Take time for yourself by @NNP_W_Light

It's very important to take care of yourself. Everyone's lives are so busy. Take at least an hour a day to recharge and do whatever makes you better. For grown-ups, whether it's a spa, sitting in a park with a book, or coffee, take time for yourself. ~Ana Ivanovic

Do you take care of yourself in the same manner as you take care of your family?

We all have a packed life and more times than not, we're being pulled in a million different directions. It's easy to deplete our energies. It's important to schedule some relaxing time every day. It doesn't matter what you do or how long it is, be sure to do it.

Why is it crucial to recharge?

Think of your body like a high-performance car. You can only race around at 100 mph for so long before your gas tank is empty and your parts are in need of repair.

Every evening, MR N and I snuggle on the love seat and watch television. Each night, it's a themed binge-watching affair. No devices, no staring at a computer, just the two of us relaxing and laughing. It's what both of us needs before bed to recharge our batteries for the next work day.

What do you do to relax? 

Whatever it is, be sure to incorporate it into your every day routine.

MRS N

Are you a Golden Rule follower? by @NNP_W_Light

I cannot always count on others to respect my feelings. Even if I respect theirs. Being a good person doesn’t guarantee that others will be good people, too. You only have control over yourself on how you choose to be as a person. As for the others, you can only choose to accept them or walk away. – Pytha

I saw this quote this morning and it got me thinking.  You know that I am a huge supporter of the Golden Rule.  I always try to treat others how I would like to be treated.  But there are some people who, when you are kind, ignore you or are cruel.

Have you had that happen?  

You work with someone who, no matter how nice you are to them, are just plain mean.  It can sap you of strength and make you feel low.

Think of this quote and remember that you can only control yourself.  You can show kindness and accept them for who they are or you can walk away.  Again, this is where the Golden Rule comes in.  Spreading the Light is not about getting the Light in return.  It's unconditional and does not count on the other person to reciprocate.

So, the next time a person scoffs at your kindness or your feelings, smile to yourself.  You are a beautiful person and you're spreading the Light!

MRS N

How do you measure success? @NNP_W_Light

"I'm always asked, 'What's the secret to success?' But there are no secrets. Be humble. Be hungry. And always be the hardest worker in the room." ~ Dwayne Johnson

How do you measure success?

It's the final week in June and we're halfway through the year. My thoughts turn to my resolutions/goals for 2019. I grabbed my 2019 goals list and looked over it. Some goals I have met while others are still a work in progress.

I measure success by surpassing goals I set for myself, both personally and professionally. It's not about money, prestige or even happiness. What matters is my hard work paying off and meeting a goal. Let me give you an example.

I set a goal professionally in which I wanted to gain 25 new clients by the end of the year. It's the end of June and to date, I have gained 45 new clients. I'm very proud of that accomplishment. Not only is that a huge feather in my cap, but my hard work is paying off. I'm networking and getting the word out about our author promotions business. I stay humble and so grateful to all my existing clients who helped spread the word. I'm also hungry for more. I told myself this morning, "Let's see how many more we can get in the next six months."

Don't get me wrong, the additional income is wonderful. It's helping to fund our bi-monthly trips to our local farmer's market and butcher shop. It's giving us the ability to lower our personal debt as we inch closer to retirement age. But it's not how I measure success.

So again I ask you, how do you measure success?

The path to success is paved with vision, planning, strategy, failure, replanning, and the process of it all. Take Mr. Johnson's advice and be the hardest working person in the room.

MRS N

How's your mental toughness? by @NNP_W_Light

“Your toughness is made up of equal parts persistence and experience. You don’t so much outrun your opponents as outlast and outsmart them, and the toughest opponent of all is the one inside your head.” – Joe Henderson

On a scale of one to ten, how's your mental toughness? 

We were watching the Travellers Championship final round yesterday afternoon and a guy who hasn't won a tourney in ten years was three holes away from winning. His 6 stroke lead narrowed to only two. It didn't look good for him and we were sure he was going to lose. As we watched him concentrate, one of the commentators commented on his mental toughness. He went on to win and I was thrilled for him.

When your back is against the wall and it's only you and your competitors, do you embrace your mental toughness to win?

I really like the imagery this quote evokes. It's not about outrunning your competition but outlasting them. It's about playing your game and defeating your most dreaded enemy: doubt.

Every day I face my inner critic and combat each blow with everything I have. I wear my mental toughness like a forcefield around me. Some days are better than others but no matter how many times I fall down, I brush myself off and keep going.

So again, I ask, how's your mental toughness?

Wrap it around you and use it to battle your opponents and your doubts. Your dreams and goals are waiting for you at the finish line. On your mark, get set, GO!

MRS N

Happy Summer Solstice by @NNP_W_Light

It is Summer, it is the solstice

the crowd is

cheering, the crowd is laughing

in detail

permanently, seriously

without thought.

-​ William Carlos Williams

Today is June 21 and it is the Summer Solstice. 

What is the Summer Solstice? 

The summer solstice, also known as midsummer, occurs when one of the Earth's poles has its maximum tilt toward the Sun. It happens twice yearly, once in each hemisphere. For that hemisphere, the summer solstice is when the Sun reaches its highest position in the sky and is the day with the longest period of daylight. (Wikipedia)

It is a holiday celebrated around the world and in almost every culture. It's also one of my favorite times of the year. 

Summer brings a joyfulness, a freeing of one's spirit to bask in the sun and the outdoors. It's a time to grow flowers, herbs, vegetables and grains. It's time to dance, be free and fall in love. 

Whatever you do to celebrate summer, may it bring you unadulterated joy.

Happy Summer Solstice!

MRS N

Thank someone today! by @NNP_W_Light #gratitude

Yesterday, I was standing in line at the grocery store. There were two local firemen in uniform in front of me, talking quietly. An urge overtook me and before I knew what I was doing, I was tapping one on the shoulder. They both turned my way.

"Excuse me..." I stammered. 

"Yes, ma'am?"

"I just wanted to thank you for your service. You do such an amazing job and we're so grateful."

They exchanged a look of surprise then simply said you're welcome. 

I didn't know what else to say and neither did they so I looked away as they turned back around.

I felt good for thanking them and I think they were shocked a citizen thanked them. 

When was the last time you thanked someone for their service?

Thank your kids' teachers, coaches or babysitters.

Thank a co-worker for their help on a project or just for listening. 

Thank a friend for always being there for you.

Thank a police officer, fireman, emergency service person for keeping you safe. 

Thank a spiritual leader for their guidance.

Thank a soldier and/or veteran for their service to protect our great country.

They probably will have the same reaction the two firemen did to me. It may not seem like a big deal to you but will make someone's day.

How do you thank people for their service? What was their reaction? I'd love to know.

MRS N

Share your support for causes. . . by @NNP_W_Light

Share your support for things that matter to you. ~ N. N. Light

In the digital age, it's easier than ever to show your support to the causes which matter to you. Social media gives every single person a voice.

Are you using your voice to show support for what matters to you?

There are alot of causes I support but one of the most important is the care and feeding of those in need. Men, women and children right in my neighbourhood don't have enough to eat. They're struggling to make ends meet and often need the help of food banks/pantries to survive. Now politicians want to take away the funding to line their own pockets or in my province's case, to have beer available for sale in corner stores.

We show our support for the homeless and those in need every chance we get. We talk about the need to donate food, clothing, money and time. We share our experiences with our own food bank and how we give so that little children in our neighbourhood have food to eat. We even wrote Princess of the Light to shed light on the plight of the homeless.

We also believe in equality for all, especially when it comes to love. June is Pride month and we up our support of the lgbtq+ community. Love is love, no matter who you love. No one has the right to mock who you love or care about.

Are you giving voice to your beliefs or are you scared?

I'm not here to force you to go out into the streets and scream what matters to you. What I am saying is it's time to share your support for causes you deem important. Sure, people will dismiss you and some may ever call you names. Don't let it silence your voice. When we band together, our voices boom across the land and create change.

MRS N

When things fall apart, do this! by @NNP_W_Light

Sometimes when things are falling apart, they may actually be falling into place.

Have you ever been walking along and you suddenly come to a dead end?  You look around and think to yourself, "Wait a minute, there is supposed to be a road here."  You check your GPS and you see the road is supposed to connect with the next street over.  But it doesn't.

What do you do?  Do you go back and give up?  Do you look around for a way around?

Life happens and things don't end up like you envisioned.  When things fall apart, it's easy to just give up.  But I say there might be a reason why things are falling apart.  Sometimes they need to fall apart in order to fall into place.

My life has been a roller coaster ride in the past sixteen months.  I didn't understand at first.  Maybe it was to test my resolve.  Maybe it was to test if I was serious about living my dream.  Maybe it was to make me a better person.  No matter what the reason was, I'm sure glad it happened.

Looking back, all that I went through made me a better woman, wife, writer, friend, daughter and entrepreneur.  I understand I needed to go through it all for things to fall into place.  Sure, it was painful but then so is the road to success.

Are you going through a rough time right now?  Does the pain seem almost unbearable? 

Instead of focusing on the pain, focus on the goal or dream.  Grab a hold of determination and never let go!  I promise the pain will be worth it.  You will be victorious.

MRS N

Happiness is not found on GPS by @NNP_W_Light

"Happiness is not found on a GPS monitor but by being content with where you are at this moment." - N. N. Light

Are you searching for happiness? Do you yearn for it, like one might crave coffee or chocolate?

I'm going to let you in on a little secret. Brace yourself, for this secret will blow your mind.

Happiness is found not by reaching a destination but by being content with where you are at this moment.

Let me give you an example.

Growing up, I thought if I had money, I'd be happy. See, I was a poor kid and refused to stay poor. I looked to my grandfather and saw a self-made man. He left the family farm, was the first in his family to get a university degree, was a teacher for three decades before starting his own business. I knew it was possible and knew with money, my life would be perfect and I'd be happy.

The result? I wasted years trying to attain wealth and missed out on the joys of life. It wasn't until I switched my outlook that happiness surrounded me.

When you're content with where you are at this moment, happiness floods your heart. Even if you're in the middle of attaining your long-term goals and on your way to bigger and better things, give thanks for all you have and keep on the path to success. 

Stop searching for the coordinates for happiness... it's within you. All you have to do is embrace it.

MRS N

"Hero without a cape" quotes by @NNP_W_Light

This Sunday is Father's Day. My dad has passed away and this holiday is normally a dark day for me. But this year, I'm feeling my dad's spirit surround me every single day. It's almost like he's with me all the time which is great. He's my hero without a cape. He loved and protected me when everyone else fell away. I'm my father's daughter and legacy.

We wanted to be the first to wish all the dads and granddads a very Happy Father's Day. 

Enjoy these quotes and don't forget to thank your dad.

Anyone can be a father, but it takes someone special to be a dad, and that's why I call you dad, because you are so special to me. You taught me the game and you taught me how to play it right. ~ Wade Boggs


My father used to say that it's never too late to do anything you wanted to do. And he said, 'You never know what you can accomplish until you try.' ~ Michael Jordan

My dad was my best friend and greatest role model. He was an amazing dad, coach, mentor, soldier, husband and friend. ~ Tiger Woods

When it comes to Father's Day, I will remember my dad for both being there to nurture me and also for the times he gave me on my own to cultivate my own interests and to nurture my own spirit. ~ Jennifer Grant

One of the greatest gifts my father gave me - unintentionally - was witnessing the courage with which he bore adversity. We had a bit of a rollercoaster life with some really challenging financial periods. He was always unshaken, completely tranquil, the same ebullient, laughing, jovial man. ~ Ben Okri

My dad has given me the best gift anyone has ever given me. He gave me wings to fly. ~ Adria Arjona

"A father is neither an anchor to hold us back nor a sail to take us there, but a guiding light whose love shows us the way." — Unknown

MRS N

Leave judgement for the courts by @NNP_W_Light

Check your judgmental self at the door. ~ N. N. Light

Everywhere I turn, it seems, judgmental people attack. It may not necessarily be me who's the victim but it angers me just the same. I want to point to them and scream, "Stop! Just stop!"

No one, and I mean not a single person, has the right to pass judgement on another person. We are all equal in this world. We're human beings and while we each have our own set of insecurities, it does not give us the right to judge another. 

Think before you speak, tweet, post or type. Ask yourself this: would this help uplift or tear down? Would "insert someone you admire or have great respect for" approve what I'm about to say or will they be ashamed?

Instead of judging others, whether in person or online, step back and take a few breaths. Try to see the good and if you can't, close your mouth. 

This blog is, and will forever be, a judgment-free zone. 😊

MRS N

Let your Light shine in the dark by @NNP_W_Light

“May it be a light to you in dark places, when all other lights go out.” ― J.R.R. Tolkien, The Fellowship of the Ring


When your life is plunged into darkness, do you let your Light shine or do you cower in the dark?


One of my all-time favorite books is The Fellowship of the Ring by J.R.R. Tolkien. In it, the path Frodo must take is filled with uncertainty and he's unsure what to do. Without warning, he's surrounded by darkness. But he has a secret weapon, a light to shine bright in the murky depths. 


We're a lot like Frodo. Without warning, the floor beneath our feet drops out and we're sitting in the dark, not able to see three feet in front of our face. What to do, what to do? 


Each of us has a light that will combat the darkness. Some may call it faith while others call it hope. I call it Light. It has the ability to guide us through the dark even if we can't see where we're going. Hold tight to the Light and when needed, let it surround you while lighting the path you need to walk. 


Frodo used his light and succeeded in his mission. You have the same ability inside you. Stop cowering and start shining! 


MRS N