Today is Memorial Day in the United States. It is a solemn day of remembrance for honoring those who have died while serving in the armed forces. It is a time to reflect with gratitude on the freedoms we enjoy….
When Faced With A Dilemma
What do you do when the choice you need to make is not between good and bad, but rather between two great options? This happens to me daily. If you find yourself in similar situations, I have a few suggestions…
The Art of Receiving
As my family was offering their advice to a daughter in her dilemma, I realized I had the same challenge. I struggle knowing how to receive graciously. My daughter had received a gift from a friend that was more expensive…
The Influence of a Mother
I was raised and nurtured by a loving, beautiful, faith-filled mother. A woman whom I admire greatly! This will be my first Mother’s Day without her, yet I can rejoice in the amazing life she lived! She not only…
Thriving Every Day Regardless
It’s April, yet it acts like winter. The weather teases us with bright, sunny days and then surprises us with sudden snow storms and freezing temperatures. I’m wanting warmth and daffodils, but am experiencing cold and snow. Sometimes life is…
We Need Not Fear
It could be easy to succumb to feelings of despair when considering all that is happening in the world today. There is so much of loneliness, sadness, and grief. There is anxiety, anger, and war. But there is also connection,…
Supporting Each Other’s Needs
I am a student of human nature. I love to study and understand why people think, say, and do what they do. Learning about people in this way helps me strengthen the relationships most important to me. To Take Offense…
Do You Hear What Your Body is Saying?
My children have often taught me valuable lessons. Years ago, two of my daughters arrived home late one evening after a full day of early morning piano lessons, school, track practice, and first performance of their high school play. They…
Why Not Look for the Good
I unashamedly look for the good in all situations. I say unashamedly because there was a time I stopped acknowledging the positives. Eye rolls or comments from others telling me I was such a Pollyanna, as if that was…
The Surprising Effect of Mindfulness
We hear a lot today about being mindful. Mindfulness is the practice of being present in the moment. This is not an easy thing for me. I grew up with the idea that multi-tasking was the way to get more…
Overwhelmed by Life’s Pressures
Have you ever felt overwhelmed by life’s pressures? A unique experience years ago taught me valuable lessons in how to overcome challenges. The Waterfall While on a college study abroad program to the Philippines, our group was taken to a…
Sharing Love is Simple
I want to share something uplifting with you this Valentine’s Day. This may not be the traditional message expected for today, but it reminds us that sharing love is simple. I hope you enjoy this short video as much as…
