Author Archives: catelabarrecoach

HAIR

Posted on April 8, 2012 by catelabarrecoach

When I was in 4th Grade, my mother was ashamed of me. I had gotten chubby and nothing in the girl’s section of the local department store fit me. The sales lady sniggered and insisted that the only clothes that … Continue reading →

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Never Give Up*

Posted on March 24, 2012 by catelabarrecoach

“Life is what happens to you while you’re busy making other plans….Before you go to sleep say a little prayer; every day in every way it’s getting better and better.”– John Lennon lyrics from Beautiful Boy (Darling Boy) Some of … Continue reading →

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Love Springs Eternal

Posted on March 20, 2012 by catelabarrecoach

I hope this little story brings a smile to your heart and reminds you that there are no small encounters, no coincidences, and no love that cannot overcome great obstacles. Some relationships are destined to endure. This is one. My … Continue reading →

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Silent Epidemic

Posted on March 1, 2012 by catelabarrecoach

This isn’t a feel good, inspiring post, but I encourage you to read on. What is this SILENT EPIDEMIC? Hepatitis C (HCV). At my most recent annual visit with my primary care provider, the nurse handed me a permission form … Continue reading →

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My “Thing” About Barbie Dolls

Posted on January 14, 2012 by catelabarrecoach

Last night I saw a post on Facebook suggesting that Mattel introduce a Barbie Doll that is bald due to chemotherapy to help girls and teens experiencing baldness because of cancer treatment. The idea, of course, is that a Bald … Continue reading →

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Abducted by Aliens

Posted on December 17, 2011 by catelabarrecoach

Lately there are moments when my husband looks at me as though the “real” me has been abducted by aliens and he wonders when I’m coming back. Of course, this is pure projection on my part because I’m the one … Continue reading →

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Healing Waters

Posted on November 24, 2011 by catelabarrecoach

As some of you know, I am currently in the middle of an anti-viral drug regimen.  One of the more “difficult” side effects is a drug rash. This rash can drive people right out of treatment when the itching or … Continue reading →

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Tomorrow’s Secret

Posted on November 11, 2011 by catelabarrecoach

Our coaching community meets by teleconference twice a month. It’s a great way to stay connected to our colleagues and friends, since we are scattered all over the world. A group of volunteers from our community organize and take turns … Continue reading →

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Sorting Beans

Posted on October 27, 2011 by catelabarrecoach

I have been thinking about my mother’s cooking lately. When I was a kid, she made wonderful homemade soups and golden, crusty loaves of bread in the cool months. One of my jobs in her kitchen was to “sort beans”. … Continue reading →

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Hitting Rock Bottom

Posted on October 19, 2011 by catelabarrecoach

My husband and I had a conversation a few days ago about “what it takes” to make a BIG change in life. I shared with him that for me my biggest changes occurred when I felt like I had hit … Continue reading →

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