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
Seek, So You Don’t Slip
My daughter woke up this morning not feeling well with a fever. At first, I wasn't sure if she was just tired and wanted to stay home and put up Christmas decorations. I looked at her little face, and she looked sick. I called and cancelled today's appointments. I think God would treat each of… Continue reading Seek, So You Don’t Slip
God Loves Each and Every One of Us
I went to the womens' bible study this morning. It starts off with singing. Two women lead the singing worship, and they sing so beautifully, I cannot help but cry a little each time. I can feel the Holy Spirit in there, filling each of us with grace. Its a time to let go of… Continue reading God Loves Each and Every One of Us
Don’t Waste Time Worrying
Last night, I went to bed early at 9 PM. I woke up at 1 AM, with a sore throat and stuffy nose. As I tried to go back to sleep, I started worrying. Will I be too sick to make Thanksgiving dinner? I have to go grocery shopping, what if all the potatoes are… Continue reading Don’t Waste Time Worrying
Fill the Void
Thanksgiving is next week. I am so thankful for my life, family and that I am growing closer to the Lord. I try and start my day reading the bible, and it makes such a difference in my daily life. When I don't read the bible, things people say will bother me or upset me.… Continue reading Fill the Void
Embrace This Beautiful Life 