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Encouragement for every season of lifeThe Little C
A few weeks ago I had what I like to refer to as “the little c.” To be honest, it could easily be called “The Big C,” but I consider that a term for cancer, which gratefully I don’t have. No, I had the “little c” – a colonoscopy; just one of the fun things that comes...
Trying and Trusting
Try as I might – and I had made a valiant effort, make no mistake about it – I could not get a promotion. I’d been working above my current pay and title for two years and had been recognized as ready for my next opportunity by my superiors for that extended amount of...
5 Easy Ways to Eat More Veggies This Summer
Vegetables. All too often, it’s something I chalk up among the list of things I know I should do, but dread. Things like visiting the dentist. Getting a physical. Facing my children without coffee in the morning. You get the idea. But in the summertime, vegetables...
The List
To-do lists. I love them. Instead of doodling in meetings, I make lists. I have lists tucked everywhere; they give me a sense of purpose to each day. Garden lists. House lists. Goal lists. Like I said, I love lists! I awoke early this morning to quietly jump-start...
How to Make the Most of Your Summer
I don’t know about you, but my summers fly by. I longingly look at the calendar all spring, only to realize a moment later that it’s the end of August! This year I’m going in with a plan. I will think about all that I want to accomplish, big and small and prepare to...
In the Moment
“Look deep into the other person’s eyes,” the instructor said quietly, soothingly from the front of the room. “Just stay in the moment. Notice any thoughts you may have. Look away if you need to, but then come back.” This was spoken at a training I attended one Monday...
Gift Bags for the Homeless
This past Easter, our church put together “baskets” for people serviced by two homeless shelters in our area. After discussing what would be best to put in them with the directors of these programs, we loaded them up with helpful goodies: a new toothbrush, toothpaste,...
Rainbow Cupcakes
From Guest Blogger: Becca Groves When my niece turned five she asked if I would make rainbow cupcakes for her birthday party. And since I'm addicted to pinterest, this was basically asking me if I would like to play. Yes, yes I would. They turned out adorable and were...
One Bad Boss Away
Most have had one or two. Perhaps you have one now. Maybe, heaven forbid, you’ve even been one: a bad boss. Learning to look at challenges as opportunity has stretched me to the breaking point. God, show me what you want me to learn was my plea. Seeing the experience...
Imposter
The smile is quick and bright when you meet; however, she turns it off as fast as she rounds the corner—her happy expression turns to a snicker; her scowl reflects her scorn. She hides behind the smile, but her words give her away. Her actions are inconsistent with...
