I’d like to invite you to look for ways you are supported in your challenges. It’s easy to express gratitude for the physical support we receive. a meal brought in during a time of difficulty. financial support in a time…
Trading Up
I was focused and feeling good about a project I was working on recently. But then my husband came into my office and sat down to chat. I was engaged in the flow of my project, but my husband doesn’t…
Trusting Your Inner Voice
I am a rule-maker and a rule-keeper. I like to have schedules and routines and to know the what and where and when. But I’ve also gained some experience over the years (I turned 53 last week! ?) And that…
Assuming the Best
Many life lessons can be learned from driving. Think of your time on the road. Has anyone ever done something that annoyed you? Or have you ever done anything that irritated another driver? Intentionally or unintentionally? How have you felt…
Weaknesses or Strengths?
Do you have a personal characteristic you wish you could change or eliminate? Maybe you think of yourself as scatter-brained or shy. Maybe others have criticized your impulsiveness. Is there something about yourself that for whatever reason you feel you’d…
Taking Life in Stride
I’m often in a hurry. Getting stuck behind at least four pieces of slow-moving farm equipment was not where I wanted to be that morning. I took a breath and reminded myself how far I had come. Literally and figuratively….
Mossing the Canal
A canal runs through our farm. I enjoy taking my walks along its bank watching families of ducks quietly paddling along in the clear blue, water. About once a week the water becomes cloudy and murky. During the hot summer…
How to Survive Heavy Traffic
I discovered a way to survive heavy traffic! Though I learned to drive in California and was used to busy traffic, I’ve lived in rural Idaho for over 30 years and have enjoyed the slower pace. Needless to say, I…
Why do we give thanks?
Have you ever considered why we give thanks, whether in prayer or just in your heart? I recently realized one answer why. I’d like to illustrate with an experience from many years ago when I was newly married. My husband…
When Things Do Not Go as Planned
Have you ever had an experience that turned out different from what you expected or wanted? What do you do when something, especially something important, does not go as planned? I have a tendency to become unhappy when things do…
The Hidden Blessings in Slowing Down
I’ve been moving a bit slower this past year. Nothing serious. Just some fatigue and minor physical issues. And though it has often times been discouraging I have discovered hidden blessings. I have become more deliberate and intentional in how…
The Real Purpose of Goals: And it’s not what you may think
I recently read an inspiring book my son gave me called The Miracle Equation by Hal Elrod. He reminded me of something that I had forgotten: the real purpose of setting goals. Hal Elrod writes, “Reaching a goal, as in…
