sharing the stairs – Page 5 – because life has ups and downs…

What If…Technology is Just a Tool

26 Mar 202226 Mar 2022

We recently stayed in a hotel on the National Register of Historic Places. It was modern enough to accommodate all of the needs for today with plenty of quirky remnants…

What If…We Run Together

19 Mar 202218 Mar 2022

If you have been around our family for even a minute, you've probably heard some story that involves 🏃🏻‍♂️running. We all love to hit the pavement or the trails. No…

What If…We Try

12 Mar 202212 Mar 2022

I'm kind of at a loss for words. I know what you're thinking. It won't last forever.😂 There's just a lot on my mind. It's difficult to sort it all…

What If…You’re Undistracted

5 Mar 20226 Mar 2022

I mentioned a few weeks ago that I was part of the launch team for the new 📒book, UNDISTRACTED, by Bob Goff. When I saw the applications 💻online for this…

What If…It Could Be Again

26 Feb 202226 Feb 2022

We had a family room and a living room in my childhood 🏠home. The family room was cozy with plump couches, a table for meals, and the big 📺TV. The…

What If…You’re the Setter

19 Feb 202219 Feb 2022

A piece I 📝wrote several years ago continues to be shared 🌎worldwide daily. I am humbled and baffled that this blog has a life of its own out of oodles…

What If…We Share the Love

12 Feb 202212 Feb 2022

I'm on the launch team for the new Bob Goff 📘book- UNDISTRACTED- coming in March. I KNOW!😍 I'm psyched. Stay tuned- I'll have more to say on this in a…

What If…We’re Ready for Wintertime

5 Feb 20225 Feb 2022

A massive ❄️winter storm closed schools and limited travel last week. I didn't mind being stuck inside because I was recovering from the 🤧flu. Having bonus days off due to…

What If…We Expect It

29 Jan 202229 Jan 2022

I'm not a fan of public 🚽restrooms. I am not going into one unless it's unavoidable. 😬When my kids were young, I trained them to get in and out without…

What If…Mixed Messages have Answers

22 Jan 202222 Jan 2022

Does this ever happen at your house? It's time for 🍽dinner. I know- DINNER- Every. Single. Day. 🤦🏻‍♀️Still can't get over it. Anyway, my husband asks what we'd like to…

What If…We Need Quiet

15 Jan 202215 Jan 2022

You know that I 😍love words. There's power and emotion and vulnerability and humor wrapped up in those jumbles of letters. Phrases stick with us because they speak to us.…

What If…Dogs Know Best

8 Jan 20228 Jan 2022

We lost our furry buddy a few days ago. 😢Bentley was one of the best parts of our family for the last 12-1/2 years. I'm not sure about you, but…

What If…Expectations Aren’t Expected

1 Jan 20221 Jan 2022

I like to choose one word to guide me through the 📆new year. Typically, I look for words that will center me. 🥰Uplifting words for my soul. 🥰Words to help…

What If…We Keep Singing

25 Dec 202124 Dec 2021

Merry🎄 Christmas! I decided to post a day early this weekend since I'm feeling festive! 🥳My holiday will be a little bit of everything. 😍Just the three of us for…

What If…These Things Come From Us

18 Dec 202118 Dec 2021

Dear Santa, I haven't baked the 🍪cookies yet. Let's hope I get around to it this year. As you know, I'm not much of a baker, but I have fun…

What If…We Don’t Wish to Have It All

11 Dec 202112 Dec 2021

Sometimes- we 👀look at things the wrong way. With holiday sales and wish lists, our 🌎world seems to be about the things we have. 👍🏻Do you know what is equally…

What If…We Ask Questions

4 Dec 20214 Dec 2021

When I was in high school, my reading teacher kept me after class one day. It was a library day, which meant that the class walked down the hall to…

I have a MIRROR Code for YOU

2 Dec 202116 Jan 2022

I've talked before about Mirror as a favorite form of exercise. Check this out for more about our family's experience with this incredible piece of equipment. After having the Mirror…

What If…You Eat the Cake?

27 Nov 202127 Nov 2021

My 🎂birthday was on Saturday. I love that my birthday falls around Thanksgiving. I feel like I get two 🎉celebrations in one- turkey and birthday 🎂cake! The fact that I…

What If…You’re Sorry

20 Nov 202120 Nov 2021

I had a student once who was a lot like me. He talked too much in class. 😬It didn't matter where he sat or who was nearby. He might have…

Dianne Schramm

I'm known for my quick smile, positive attitude, and loud laughter. A few of my favorite things (did you just sing that?) are warm sunshine, a pint of ice cream with a spoon, all things Disney, a great workout, random acts of kindness, and loud music in the car. Did I mention coffee? Or is that understood? Where else can you find me? Instagram: @sharingthestairs and @shopwordsunshine Facebook: Word Sunshine wordsunshine.com

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