Kimberley Barker, Author at Kimberley Barker

What Do I Know

What Do I Know1.) I know that there are "10" ways to get something accomplished. I find myself saying this all too often these days. As I wind down my career in the Health Care Industry and enter into my full time creative life, I struggle with getting everything accomplished that I need to in a day. So many demands coming from every area of my life, people trying to squeeze every last ounce out of me before I leave my corporate job and my creative life is bursting at the seams for me to pay attention to it!And so, [...]

By Kimberley Barker|2014-09-04T12:36:00+00:00September 4, 2014|Abraham Hicks, DETERMINATION, fear, gratitude, RPM, Tony Robbins|Comments Off

What Do I Know

What Do I Know1.) I know that when someone arrives at my doorstep and says, "my girlfriend is sick" that of course, I will help them. It's who I am!2.) I know that changing your mental thought patterns, developed over many years, takes a lot of work and determination. It's a minute by minute job, but it is so worth it to make your life a happier, healthier place to be! Trust me, I have been working on it for years and continue to do so. Yes, my life [...]

By Kimberley Barker|2021-11-06T16:17:22+00:00September 3, 2014|Blog, Inspiration|Comments Off

What Do I Know

What Do I Know1.) That the first days of September are still hot and muggy, but the earth shows us signs of the Autumn to come as some leaves start to fall, the Mums are out at the nurserys and the daylight becomes less.2.) That the first days of September have school buses out on the roads and we need to allow for more time to get to work, but do I ever do that? No! :)3.) That the first days of September always remind me of "new school clothes", No. 2 pencils , the smell of a new eraser [...]

By Kimberley Barker|2014-09-02T11:17:00+00:00September 2, 2014|Autumn, fall boots, first frost, No. 2 pencils, SCHOOL BUSES, SCHOOL SUPPLIES, SHORTS, sweaters|Comments Off

What Do I Know

What Do I Know1. That sometimes it take every bit of inner strength to keep moving toward your goals! And there are timeswhen you have to exercise extreme self control to get there!2. That eating real food that comes from the earth gives you more energy and health than any boxed or packaged food! And you feel that you are doing something good for yourself!3.) I know that no matter who tries to knock you down in life, no matter who tries to bully you into doing something, STAND YOUR GROUND! LIVE YOUR OWN VALUES AND PRINCIPLES. Afterall, YOU are [...]

By Kimberley Barker|2014-08-22T12:11:00+00:00August 22, 2014|exercise, goals, HEALTHY FOOD, MOTIVATION, SELF CONTROL, Steve Jobs, strength, VALUES|Comments Off

Get Back up no Matter How Hard You Get Hit!

" Get Up You Son of Bitch! Because Mickey loves you!"I love these quotes from the Rocky movies! It truly motivates me to get back up , no matter how hard I feel life is at the time. My days right now are full of a whole bunch of challenges but none of which I cannot overcome!I share this with you my blogging audience because I know you too struggle with life's challenges on occassion, but be "mindful" and it always starts in the mind! That you can overcome them!No matter what , you can overcome them!I would love it [...]

By Kimberley Barker|2014-08-21T12:20:00+00:00August 21, 2014|DETERMINATION, motivate, ROCKY BALBOA, will, WIN|Comments Off

What Do I Know

What Do I KnowIt's not been quite two whole days since I wrote the last "What Do I Know" blog. One could ask, what could I have learned in two days? Ah... life..so much to learn.. 1.) I do know that keeping your dreams alive and your eye on the goal can be challenging amidst the noise of everyday life. People who are "doubting Thomas's" will tout their own insecurities and fears on you [...]

By Kimberley Barker|2014-08-15T12:56:00+00:00August 15, 2014|BAKING, blueberry muffins, Don't Give Up, John Legen, lemon butter, pecanbutter, PINK, RAW CAT FOOD, sleep, www.felineinstincts.com, www.mynaturalcats.com, www.youtube.com/watch?v=uVQxSFG-ahk|Comments Off

What Do I Know

WHAT DO I KNOW?I had dinner with a very dear friend of mine last night. It was a beautiful summer evening, the sun shiningbrightly through the blinds of the restaurant window. Our conversations typically range from our work lives, to some philosophical subject of the universe, human behavior, the well being of our families and I always try and insert something fun and whimsical to make him laugh and smile. As I was brewing my morning [...]

By Kimberley Barker|2014-08-10T15:10:00+00:00August 10, 2014|animals, cats, chocolate chip cookies, coffee, dogs, FLOWER, forgiveness, FRAGRANCE, https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/539840, knowing, LISTEN, Love, RISK, UNCONDITIONAL LOVE, violet, What Do I Know|Comments Off

Just Be Happy!

So, this past weekend as I was surfing around the Internet researching ideas for my new novel, I ran intothe most awesome video called HAPPY!Pharrell Williams created this 24 Hour Music Video that I absolutely love! It's infectious!We need this in our world, now more than ever.Click onto it and dance to your hearts content! And smile and clap and BE HAPPY!http://24hoursofhappy.com/I know I am dancing this morning!!!!!!!!!!! Because I'm HAPPY!

By Kimberley Barker|2014-03-03T13:11:00+00:00March 3, 2014|CLAP, DANCE, Pharrell Williams; BE HAPPY; HAPPY, SMILE|Comments Off

A Woman who has Inspired My Life

Jan Karon is coming out with a new book in September! I am super excited about this as she is someone who has inspired my life for many years! http://www.mitfordbooks.com/You see she writes books about a town called Mitford and an Episcopal Preacher called Father Tim. Her books speak to a time in my life when I was a little girl, when I first fell in love with God. Even as I write this I can remember those days when I was in the fourth grade.I was so excited about all I had learned and my heart was so full realizing [...]

By Kimberley Barker|2014-03-01T13:00:00+00:00March 1, 2014|author, God's calling, God's grace, Jan Karon, Mitford Series|Comments Off

The Dreaded Winter Cold and Flu! – A Blessing in Disguise

So, yes, I am a very healthy, active, fit woman who eats lots of salads, vegetables, lean meat and I work out 4-5 times a week. Then, why the hell did I get the flu this year?Good question and here are some of my answers...I put too much on my plate, always.I love life and want to experience it ALL!I have a wide variety of interests and I am on a spiritual journey to find what I am trulymeant to do in this world. I know I am here to make a difference, and to help others findout how to [...]

By Kimberley Barker|2014-03-01T02:30:00+00:00March 1, 2014|Louise Hay; Hay House; Elderberry Syrup; Vicks Vapor Rub; Influenza; Flu;Blessings; Vitamin C;|Comments Off

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