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Be the Good
Goodness surrounds us, though hard to see at times and easy to take for granted. The first step? Intentionally zooming out to see it.

Holly Bills
Feb 11, 20243 min read


Finding Laughter in Life's Absurdities
Life has a wicked sense of humor, and never is it more evident than when one thing after another goes wrong.

Holly Bills
Jan 14, 20242 min read


Between a Rock and a Hard Place
When you find yourself stuck, how can you dig yourself out? Break free from the status quo and find your path to a brighter future.

Holly Bills
Jan 7, 20243 min read


Serenity Amidst the Festive Chaos
Christmas brings its own form of chaos. Joy is abundant but it often overshadows something much more meaningful--peace.

Holly Bills
Dec 17, 20233 min read


What Do You Want to Be?
The oft-asked question of our youth should continue to be posed throughout our life. The responses open the door to many possibilities.

Holly Bills
Nov 5, 20233 min read


Patience, Donkey!
Southern Holly's 100th article! Patience is a virtue. How do we pivot from the impatience that frustrates and confounds us?

Holly Bills
Aug 27, 20233 min read


The Power of a Forgotten Song
Music is more than a sum of its parts. Giving voice to your soul, it perhaps has the power to do so much more.

Holly Bills
Aug 13, 20232 min read


Fighting the Funk
We all fall into a funk occasionally, even when things are going well. How do we get out of it? That's the fun part.

Holly Bills
Aug 6, 20233 min read


The Invasion
August is around the corner, and with it a welcome return to routine for parents and children alike.

Holly Bills
Jul 30, 20233 min read


Laissez les Bon Temps Rouler!
The unofficial motto of Mardi Gras is more than lip service to a celebration. It's the ethos of a culture defined by resilience and joy.

Holly Bills
Jul 16, 20233 min read


The Heat of Happiness
A trip to Avery Island unleashes a series of events leading to a hilarious family memory. Who knew peppers had so much to offer?

Holly Bills
May 21, 20233 min read


You Are Enough
Let's add encouragement to this Mother's Day. When the comparisons, doubts, or all-around hard days come around-remember that you are enough

Holly Bills
May 14, 20233 min read


Back When I Walked With Dinosaurs
If you're a parent, you understand this title. Having conversations with our kids about our past builds respect and understanding.

Holly Bills
Apr 30, 20233 min read


Spinning in Place
Disruptions come for us all, trying to throw us off balance. We can learn from ballet dancers by finding joy even as our world whirls round.

Holly Bills
Apr 9, 20232 min read


Yet Another Interruption
You are in the zone, fully immersed, when the interruption comes. How you handle interruptions has ramifications beyond yourself.

Holly Bills
Apr 2, 20232 min read


Ripples Far and Wide
Tears of joy lead to answering the question "What's the point?" The universe has impeccable timing. Appreciation keeps the ripples spreading

Holly Bills
Mar 26, 20233 min read


What's Missing?
The ocean provides many lessons, some in brutality and some in tranquility. A beautiful beach photo is missing something.

Holly Bills
Mar 16, 20232 min read


The Final Round: Spring vs. To-Do List
Spring is here, for a day at least. But there is that to-do list attempting to cast you under its spell. Who will win? Who should win?

Holly Bills
Mar 5, 20233 min read


Article Published!
An article by Holly Bills has been published by the American Journal of Nursing, the leading voice of nursing since 1900. Click for the link

Holly Bills
Mar 2, 20231 min read


Brought to You by a Goofy Squirrel
A goofy squirrel has the sensibility to not take life too seriously. Choose to sprinkle your life with goofiness to bring joy to everyone.

Holly Bills
Feb 26, 20232 min read
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