Welcome to the Podcast of The Traveling Trunk Show where we unpack the past year and prepare for the year of 2017! Good morning and Happy Holidays.  As we enter into this Christmas week, I thought of how easy it would be not record an episode, but I promised myself and those that listen regularly that I would do one each week of the year.  So here is just a short hello and a wish for a wonderful day. Hear about my mini miracle of reconnecting with a former intern. Please enjoy this and I’ll see you next week!  Do have a great weekend.

Good morning and Happy Holidays.  As we enter into the the rush before Christmas I thought of how easy it is to get stressed. Please stay tuned for this weeks Podcast called Clear Out the Stress at  Mini Miracles from Minor Moments. Although there are no guests  this week, this 10 minute Podcast is filled with some suggestions to help you navigate your way through the next 4 weeks. (Music – “Rome’s Jingle”) Hi, this is your host, Linda Gullo.  Hopefully you were able to listen to this Podcast and enjoy last weeks visit with Mrs. Claus. If you recall, she told us about Humphrey the Elf who was her driver that day, and the fun all the Elves have up at the North Pole between their chores.  She already was worried about Santa and his cookie addiction. Many like Santa will be dieting following the Holidays, but we all need to follow the examples of the Elves who love to exercise. Mrs. Claus was a delight and in such good humor for this busy time of year.  We all need to follow her example, but it can be hard when we have so many more demands and stresses placed upon us.  It is just that people are rushed during the Holidays.  Everyone is trying to get so much done whether it is decorating, entertaining, or buying last minute gifts. So here we are at the entering into the 3rd weekend of the Advent Season. It is meant to be joy filled, but I can tell  you that for so many people it is a nerve racking time!  Financially people are feeling stressed.  Yesterday I opened over a dozen requests for money from agencies all over the country.  How do you feel when that sort of mail comes your way?... Continue Reading

Welcome to Mini Miracles from Minor Moments where suddenly your daily events begin to overflow with great joy. This is a podcast of hope and gratitude. Thank for joining us. This past weekend our Local Crystal Lake Kiwanis hosted its 4th Annual Santa Run — a 5 K for runners along with a 1 mile walk for families and their pets. We have had wonderful weather every year including the first year of 70 degrees. This Sunday as the run started, so did the snow. The run turned out well with lots of happy people in Santa Suits – and the lovely white flakes added to the ambiance. The proceeds benefit the Girls on the Run, Casa, Turning Point, Main Stay, and Big Brothers/Big Sisters. Kiwanis also gives its share away to benefit the needs of children’s programs through out the year. I’d like to thank all those who participated either in the run, or helping to make the event so much fun. For me, this 1st Sunday in December has become the kick-off for the Christmas Holiday Season. It makes the Season of Advent come alive. It is so good to see the families coming together in preparation of Christmas. Today I have a very special and fun guest.  Welcome Mrs. Claus, you have to be very busy this season. Well probably all through the year, but especially now with the Holiday Season. Check Out Deep Cut Gardens@daylilybloomfest on Facebook.   They have the most beautiful and healthy flowers! Save Save

Welcome to this post Thanksgiving show. It is my wish that you were able to find a few Mini Miracles throughout this past week.   For me there were many small, but precious moments with the grandchildren, family, and friends. Much to my own surprise, I was able to catch a funny video of an unexpected moment. It was a highlight that has already spread throughout the family. Well today I have the pleasure to introduce a delightful man.   His list of accomplishments include being an educator, administrator, and Accomplished Board member on many Foundations.  He has worked with Centegra Hospital and our local Crystal Lake Chamber of Commerce.  He continues to be recognized along with his wife Rosemary for their  contributions to our world.  We have seen both of them actively participating when they were well, and the times when in spite of a health issue– kept moving forward. But Bob Blazier is much more than all his accomplishments.  He is an admired man for this giving nature and genuine sense of humor.  He has and continues to mentor anyone who comes in his path. He is an encouraging spirit about him. Bob is a man of faith and can be seen attending church and praying.  He is known for his daily fitness routine.  Bob Blazier has an annual run for the Arts to help our Raue Theater.  He also appears at other 5 K’s such as the Kiwanis Santa Run (featured picture) to help children.  Bob is so very appreciated for all his contributions to our Community. AND HERE’S BOB  who was a Gem to join us.  Thank You BOB!

Good morning friends!  Well this is the week of Thanksgiving!  I wish you the best time ever to celebrate with you family and friends. I decided to record this episode of Mini Miracles from Minor Moments earlier  in the week and post it before Friday, since so much is going on for everyone.   There will be traveling for some of you and Black Friday events for others.    It is a good reminder that everyday offers us plenty of opportunities to be thankful! Our guest is Tom Sellars of McHenry, Illinois.   I hope you enjoy the interview with this McHenry, IL. Businessman.  He has Today’s Business & Credit Funding Solutions designed to help entrepreneurs establish credit profiles for their businesses.  A great man to get to know.  Hoping this allows you to discover Mini Miracles in your life today.  As always, “Delight in Living” Save