It is Tuesday, and I am trying to get back to a routine after a 4-day weekend, snow day last week, and school delays last week and again today, due to the snowy and cold weather. I was given so much to think about this weekend. My mind is still reeling. On Saturday, there was… Continue reading Cry Out to the Lord to Heal the People that Hurt Us
Peace that Money Cannot Buy
Yesterday was Christmas, when Christians around the world celebrated the birth of Jesus. We attended a church service on Christmas Eve, and the pastor said that few millennials know the true meaning of Christmas. It seems that people believe Christmas is a cultural holiday celebrated by putting up tress and gathering with family. I grew… Continue reading Peace that Money Cannot Buy
God Has a Place for Each of Us
The holidays bring festivities with people who may not normally be a part of your life. I mingle with neighbors, family, friends, friends of friends and my husband's co-workers. Tonight, I had an interesting encounter. A lady was trying to be competitive with me in a passive aggressive manner. She was telling me how she… Continue reading God Has a Place for Each of Us
Thank God for the Opportunity to Serve
It is Christmas time. There are 7 days until Christmas. We have our Christmas trees up, stockings hung, lights draped around the biggest tree in our yard, and a wreath hung up on the door. I love Christmas! I love the Christmas lights glittering and sparkling, spreading light into the darkness, which reminds me of… Continue reading Thank God for the Opportunity to Serve
The Gift of Friends
The Christmas cards have started to arrive. I love seeing the photos of my beautiful friends and family. I am so thankful for the friendships we have made this year. I am thankful that we have been reunited with family over the past year. It is a so nice to look at the photos and… Continue reading The Gift of Friends
Stepping Into the Unknown
Have you ever had an 'Ah Ha' moment when you realize that you need to change? I have been doing the same things, and they are not working anymore. There is some power in admitting that you need to change and speaking those words out loud. I had all these thoughts festering inside of my… Continue reading Stepping Into the Unknown
Need a Fill Up?
This morning I went to the store, and everybody smiled at me and said hello. Wow, I had no idea what a difference a few simple hello's and smiles can make in your morning. The friendliness fills you up with good feelings, and I couldn't help but be in a good mood. I grew up… Continue reading Need a Fill Up?
‘Tis the Season for Family and Friends
Its almost December! We are ready to count down the days until Christmas. 'Tis the season for holidays and gatherings with family and friends. We can be thrilled to see our family and friends, or we may be concerned about it. I love my husband and kids, and I pray that my kids will always… Continue reading ‘Tis the Season for Family and Friends
Believe This Truth, You Are Wonderful
It is cold this morning. There is a weather wind advisory. Its only November! I am so happy to be inside drinking hot coffee. I have been thinking about relationships this morning. Have you ever had a relationship where you have the best intentions and try to be kind and positive, yet another person still… Continue reading Believe This Truth, You Are Wonderful
Doing a Bit Extra
Sometimes, life does not go as planned. My daughter is home sick today with bronchitis. Yesterday, I had so many plans and things to do after Thanksgiving. I had to stop, cancel appointments and change my plans, because my daughter needed me more than my 'to do list' did. So, before and after we saw… Continue reading Doing a Bit Extra
Embrace This Beautiful Life 