Patricia C Gallagher

Living Happier, Living Better Patricia C Gallagher

I believe that people need people- especially when you are in the midst of a crisis and don't know where to turn for help. Often, the situation is private and you don't want to share the details with anyone. A therapist may not be available to you and you are not ready to talk about the problem with a friend. The tips in this book are meant to be your companion. You can count on the ideas to be available to you 24/7. The wisdom was shared in the "Tea and Talk" sessions that I hosted in my home. I loved being a part of a group of women who gathered together to share powerful words, insights, happy memories, faith, expertise, and friendship. I opened "Claire's Front Porch" to honor the memory of my mother. I invited people to come to a sunny, heated, enclosed front porch-with cozy vintage décor. We found solace. We gave and received support from one another. Conversation, friendship, tea, and light refreshments were "served" weekly on Friday mornings-free and fun. When you need comfort or companionship, open the pages of this book. If you lived near me, I would say, "Welcome to the Porch!"Maybe a little nugget of wisdom that you find here will clarify a puzzling situation. Whether you are suffering loss or feeling lost in the world, I hope that the practical tools about love, family, relationships, and daily life will warm your heart and renew your spirit. With warm thoughts, Patricia