Constantly looking behind, whether in traffic or in life, can create problems for the future. A particular experience made this lesson clear. The Car Behind I was driving on the freeway during rush hour. As the brake lights of the…
Message from the Pickle Jar: Refocusing One’s Attention
I had an experience some time ago that taught me the value of refocusing one’s attention. We Love Pickles My family loves pickles, so much that we buy them by the gallon! As my daughter was preparing her lunch for…
Keep Your Original Purpose in Sight
Have you ever started out strong on a project only to find you’ve sidetracked off on other matters? Getting Sidetracked On a family drive some years ago, my husband and I began playing a word game. The first person would…
Peace That Comes From a Daily Habit of Stillness
With our busy lives today, it may seem impossible to find a moment to be still, much less take time for a habit of stillness. Many are expert at moving from one activity to the next; multi-tasking through our day…
The Danger of Dwelling on Past Mistakes
Do you ever find yourself dwelling on past mistakes wishing things were different, especially when it comes to raising children?
Christmas Symbols
While I was growing up, my father would often point out signs to be found in nature. I loved these mini-lessons that came so naturally to him. -Constellations of stars reflecting the seasons by their movement through the night sky….
Holiday Tip to Overcome the Overwhelm
Do you feel overwhelmed with the responsibilities of this season, the preparing, the buying, the wrapping, the cooking, and trying to stay one step ahead? Such an overworked sense of responsibility can weigh us down and destroy any enjoyment and…
