CJH Communications

08/02/2025

I did not set out to be the family obituary writer. But in my first job at the old Today's Spirit daily newspaper in Hatboro, 40+ years ago, the only open writing jobs were weather stories and obits.

Few are prepared for the loss of a loved one, and even fewer can write about that person while grieving. Here's what I've learned...

Get the core information correct, and remember that memories and stories are also very important.

Core information: Name, age, hometown, spouse, survivors.
Signature stories: What was she/he passionate about? Get descriptive. Be colorful.
Legacy. What was she/he known for?
Examples: Served the homeless, had the best decorations on Halloween, snappy dresser, beautiful church singer, loved to pull scary pranks…
Option to include a cause/causes people can donate to instead of flowers.

Photos of lisianthus and pansies gifted to me (via a Garden Club gift card by my bff) after the passing of my father last December. I ordered plant plugs and planted them in May.

07/28/2025

07/01/2025

Running a business brings challenges, stressors, and growth opportunities. It also lets you set your own schedule, so you can make sacred time on your calendar for exercise. Early this year, I decided to take a 200-hour yoga teacher training at We Be Yoga. While I love to work one-on-one or in small groups, I've never been comfortable speaking in front of people. This training provided a chance to study the ancient yoga sutras, deepen the practice that has given me so much clarity over the years, and push through my comfort zone. Learning and practicing more has heightened my business focus and helped me stay in the present moment at a challenging time in the world.
Heather Petrosky, Melissa Hayden Leach and duffy have created a wonderful community. Come move and breathe with us! I'm teaching a donation class at 11 am this Sunday: https://www.webeyogastudio.com/book-classes

06/23/2025

Solopreneurs, are you bringing your best self to your work?

I've been doing yoga and lifting weights at We Be Yoga studio consistently for the past year, and it's helped me not only build strength but manage my business and provide respite from the news cycle.

What activities could you add to help you reach that higher bar?

04/18/2025

Grateful for this partnership to help Don't Stall, Just Call teach people the signs of alcohol poisoning--stumbling, mumbling, cool to the touch, vomiting, unresponsive--so they can make a call and save a life!

CJH Communications and I have been working on our radio commercials with Beasley Entertainment WXTU 92.5 FM in Philly for close to a year. FINALLY I heard it last night! My husband and I were stopped at a red light, we turned and looked at each other, pleasantly shocked as I fumbled to get this picture. YESSS, OUR DSJC AD SOUNDS GREAT!!!! Immediately waves of gratitude hit me, after all these years the DSJC messaging is being heard on the airwaves of the 2nd largest country station in the USA and creating awareness and educating parents, young adults and minors to make safer choices around alcohol.

03/13/2025

My roots as a journalist are part of my DNA. Curiosity and a quest for authenticity fuel my work. I take the time to understand each client personally, ensuring their unique voice and expertise shine through without relying on AI shortcuts.

02/18/2025

You're looking for a job, but feeling overwhelmed by the process. I can help bring forward momentum, strategy, and accountability to guide you.

01/29/2025

Jobseekers, did you know that you can upload your resume to LinkedIn to make it easier to apply for some jobs?

01/13/2025

As a lifelong reader and Birds fan, this is a story I love today:

The Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver was spotted with some reading material during Sunday's wild-card game.

12/19/2024

Small businesses, is it time to switch over from Twitter/X to BlueSky social? I can help.

Send a message to learn more