by Alissa | Dec 30, 2017 | Alissa McClure blog, lifehacks, random thoughts, self-improvement
For several years now I have followed Ali Edwards and have loved her idea of focusing on “One Little Word” instead of a long list of resolutions. Her idea was intriguing, and for the first several years, I mused over what my “One Little Word” would be, but I didn’t...
by Alissa | Dec 6, 2017 | Alissa McClure blog, lifehacks, motherhood, random thoughts, strengthen family
I love stories! I often see events in my life or others’ lives as stories. My experiences morph into stories quickly and sometimes I talk too much and I don’t get to the point right away because I want to share every single detail (I’m sorry to all those who...
by Alissa | Nov 22, 2017 | Alissa McClure blog, motherhood, random thoughts
I love to hike. Have you ever noticed, though, that the most beautiful vistas always seem to follow the toughest hikes? I have yet to travel on easy, flat terrain that has led me a short distance to a jaw-dropping view. No, it always comes after effort, often some...
by Alissa | Nov 8, 2017 | Alissa McClure blog, lifehacks, motherhood, random thoughts, self-improvement
As I think more and more about what I do with my time, I realize the importance of habits. Alignment When we align our values with our habits, we will invite peace into our lives. Sure, I can type a bold statement, but what can we do with that to actually achieve it?...
by Alissa | Oct 31, 2017 | Alissa McClure blog, random thoughts, Writing
I Asked My Mom to Take Me Trick-or-Treating My mother is a scary mummy. Her hair’s spiked like a monster. Dark shadows lurk beneath her eyes. Her nose is a woodpecker’s beak. Each fang’s the shape of candy corns And her claws are like a lion’s. She’s growling like a...
by Alissa | Oct 25, 2017 | activities for kids, Alissa McClure blog, lifehacks, random thoughts, strengthen family
‘Tis the season! (Wait! Don’t stop reading!) Holidays are upon us! From the moment Halloween candy shows up in the aisles of stores, we are bombarded with holiday decorations, candies, and gifts from now until Valentine’s Day! It can get overwhelming and...
