Joyce Thompson's blog

When things go wrong...

When things go wrong as they sometimes will,

When the road you're trudging seems all uphill,

When the funds are low and the debts are high,

And you want to smile but you have to sigh,

When care is pressing you down a bit

Rest if you must, but don't you quit.

Success is failure turned inside out,

Submitted by Joyce Thompson on Mon, 2010-08-30 23:05

Life's challenges...

Life's challenges are not supposed to paralyze you, they're supposed to help you discover who you are."

--Bernice Johnson Reagon,
American singer, composer, scholar and social activist

Submitted by Joyce Thompson on Wed, 2010-08-25 23:30

Ships...

"Ships are safest when docked in the harbor. But that's not what ships are built for." - unknown

 

 

Submitted by Joyce Thompson on Thu, 2010-08-19 19:04

"If you really want to do something, you'll find a way. If you don't, you'll find an excuse."

In 2003, I was attending Hutchinson Community College and taking Intermediate Algebra.  I was scared to death that I couldn't pass the class.  I knew I had to do it though so that I could complete College Algebra in order to graduate.  This was a requirement, so that I could go on to earn my Master's degree as a Marriage & Family Therapist.  I wasn't sure that I could make it since Math had never been a strength for me!  One

Submitted by Joyce Thompson on Mon, 2010-04-12 00:37

We've Added a Massage Therapist to Address the Mind-Body Connection!

Those of us at Emotional Journey, LLC believe strongly in the mind-body connection.  That's why we've added Sonya Reed, a Massage Therapist.  She offers Therapeutic Massage to the existing clients of Emotional Journey (at a discounted rate!), plus she provides massage to the general public.  She takes clients by appointment only - no walkins please!  Below is information regarding Therapeutic Massage to help you decide if it

Submitted by Joyce Thompson on Sun, 2010-04-04 22:04

Ribbon Cutting & Open House! Friday, September 18th from 1:00 till 4:00 pm

Please join us as we celebrate the Grand Re-Opening of our new offices at 2604 W. 9th St. N., Ste. 205 in Wichita!  We've added another Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, along with a new Massage Therapist and this will be a great opportunity to meet each of us!  We will be offering refreshments, chair massages, handouts, and other giveaways!! 

Submitted by Joyce Thompson on Mon, 2009-09-14 01:04

Rainbow Bridge ~ Beautiful Poem for those Who Have Suffered the Painful Loss of a Pet

Recently, someone shared this poem with me.  After reading it, I was touched by how heart-warming it was and decided to share it with others.  If you have lost a special pet ~ a member of your 'family', then I think you will enjoy the message expressed so eloquently. 

The Rainbow Bridge

Submitted by Joyce Thompson on Tue, 2009-08-18 11:43

Two Hands...

"As you grow older you will discover you have two hands. One for helping yourself, the other for helping others."               

Submitted by Joyce Thompson on Sat, 2009-08-08 22:57

Giving and Getting Back.....

"Give the world the best you have and the best will come back to you."
-- Madeline Bridges
Submitted by Joyce Thompson on Sat, 2009-08-01 19:09

29 Ways to Keep Your Relationship Tuned Up

Why do some relationships last forever and others fall apart? Here are some ways you can make your partner feel appreciated again and prevent your relationship from becoming a casualty.

  1.  Treat your partner as you would your boss, best friend, or best customer.

Submitted by Joyce Thompson on Wed, 2009-07-01 23:55