We had FOUR OUTSTANDING “My Gutsy Story®” authors. Thank you for submitting and for voting. These 4 authors are all WINNERS. Winner of the January 2015 “My Gutsy Story®” 1st Place, with 59% of the votes, goes to Connie Fenty with her inspiring “My Gutsy Story®”entitled: "How I Learned to Let Go Continue Reading
Finding the Guts to Change
"Finding the Guts to Change" “My Gutsy Story®”-Donna Friess One of the truly gutsiest things I have ever done was become brave enough to give up my college teaching career after 45 years. Across the years, when I asked my colleagues if there was life outside the hallowed walls of my college, Cypress College, they thought I was kidding and Continue Reading
My Way To Handle REJECTION
Saturday afternoon, after a pleasant lunch with a friend, I checked my phone and found an e-mail from the Peace Corps, with the subject line: "Peace Corps Application Decision." My fingers trembled as I tapped the screen anticipating good news. I've been waiting to hear back since I applied in July 2014. Imagine how I felt when I Continue Reading
“My New Life” Chapter One
I am turning a new chapter in my life prompted by my divorce after a 28-year marriage. Instead of feeling "sorry" for myself, I've opted to view this as an opportunity to explore new avenues and adventures. As I often say to others: "There are always options in life. View setbacks as opportunities to do something new and don't be afraid to take Continue Reading
WomanSage Helps Women in Life Transitions Become Gutsy
I am a woman going through a life transition. My story is about divorce, and re-inventing a new "Gutsy" life for myself at age 57. Starting next year, my blog shall take on a fresh focus. Watch out for the upcoming news in January 2015. I have been lucky to attend a group called "Women in Life Transitions" which started on September 18th, Continue Reading