Since I spend almost every day of every year photographing at least something, around this time every year, I'm always torn between buying gifts for people, or actually using the huge archive of images that I have at my disposal to give meaningful gifts to friends and family.  And so this year, as I start to do a little research for the types of gifts that I'm considering giving, I thought I'd share some of my finds with you.

Cybercriminals Take Advantage of the Holiday Season, Aiming to Steal Consumers’ Money, Identities and Financial Information

The first and most important step toward healing is to acknowledge that you possess a victim mentality and that it causes problems in your life.  And as you might expect, often the most difficult part of this process is admitting to yourself that your problems might be, at least in part, your own creation.  However, once you’re able to admit this, you’re in a prime position to begin working on adjusting your attitude – which, of course, will lead you to a better and more fulfilling life.

Have you recently been trying to figure out which path to take? Do you find yourself faced with several options as you struggle to determine which one is the best for you at this particular time?To start this soul healing journey I suggest some meditation; some quiet time alone to help you focus and recharge your soul's batteries.Next I suggest working with a natural volcanic glass (by placing it over your third eye - between your eyebrows) called Mahogany Obsidian or with an image of this glass if you don't have the real thing.

I am truly thankful for many things these days:For my son and his health, he is truly the light in my life every day! I love being a mom and I enjoy it more and more every day. Watching him grow and the smile on his face every day. It makes every thing in life worth while.For my family, they have helped shape me into the person I am today and I love them all so much.