I just returned from a trip to Scotland with my husband, daughter and son-in-law. We made enough memories to last a lifetime and it was all because of who we were with — each other. … More With, It’s A Powerful Word
Comfort On A Stormy Night A flash of lightning from a recent tropical storm illuminated my bedroom. I pulled my favorite blanket close to my chin and snuggled into my bed. Its softness comforted me. Feeling safe and secure, I drifted off to sleep. I love this blanket of mine. I got it on a … More Why The Comfort Of My Soft, Colorful Blanket Is Significant
Where Were You When . . . We all have days so momentous that the events are etched in our minds forever. Some of them, like the assassination of President Kennedy, astronaut Neil Armstrong stepping on the moon, the explosion of the Space Shuttle Challenger after take-off on a cold January morning, or the announcement … More How Something Joyful Can Tame Sad Memories
A Window Seat View I was fortunate enough to snag a window seat on a recent flight from Dallas to New Orleans. It was a beautiful, sunny day — not a cloud in the sky and the view was amazing. I was traveling alone so with no one to talk to, I did a lot … More How A God’s Eye View Taught Me The Value Of Letting Go
It’s that time of the year again. We’ve just celebrated Thanksgiving, the day set aside to reflect on all of the blessings of our lives. It’s not just a day though, is it? Doesn’t it seem like our thoughts go to the things we are grateful for every November? As I reflect on Thanksgiving 2021, … More Seven Things I Am Thankful For In 2021
Hi Friends! I’m back! If this is your first time reading my blog, you probably didn’t even know I was gone. But, if you’re one of my regular readers, you may be wondering where I’ve been the past three weeks. Instead of my blog posts there were only crickets — or cicadas this year. Why … More Why I Need To Join Procrastinators Anonymous
Filling Your Tank “Fill ‘er up, please, with high-test”. If you are of a certain age, you have heard this phrase before. You know what I’m talking about. You have either been asked that question yourself, or you’ve heard it from the passenger seat of a car in which you were riding. Back in the … More Fill ‘Er Up! The Importance of Refueling Your Heart
Have you ever tried holding your arms up for a long period of time? Not just at a concert or in a worship service. I’m talking hours or even an entire day. It is difficult, if not impossible to maintain. Your arms grow tired and scream for relief. Moses, Aaron and Hur I started the … More How An Ancient Story Is A Relevant Reminder
Mail Call Consider the simple task of checking your mail — not your email, but good old-fashioned snail-mail. You walk out to your mailbox, open the door and peek inside. Hopefully, there isn’t a frog, lizard or some other critter staring back at you. You reach inside and pull out the contents. There are some … More It’s All In The Handwriting
Why Am I Awake At This Hour? Sometimes I can’t sleep at night. I’m tired. I go to bed at a decent hour, usually after reading for a little while. But, then, I suddenly and abruptly wake up during the wee hours of the morning. It may take me an hour or more to get … More Wondering Why You Are Having Trouble Sleeping?
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