Staying Positive in the Midst of Trials There are times in life when everything seems to rush in all at once. A tornado of obstacles, trials, and unexpected life change is hurled at a speed so quick you’re left standing in the dust, wondering what on earth to do. Life has a bizarre way of […]
Starting to Stop The gift of COVID-19 has brought our culture and society is a greater ability to slow down. I have a strong desire to become a Sabbath keeper. God gave us the day of Sabbath. This isn’t just a day, it is about learning how to take on an orientation of seeing and knowing. In […]
Don’t Forget to Smile Have you noticed how people interact with each other at the store? A few months ago it wasn’t uncommon to have people rushing at the store and attempting to get what they need and get out. It was a welcoming breath of fresh air if you ran into another customer who […]
Be Intentionally Productive Many people have found that this season of life we are in right now has decreased productivity. Others may feel over productive. I want to challenge everyone to be intentionally productive. For those feeling under productive, this may come from increased feelings of depression stemming from decreased social interaction. Even though you […]
Finding Purpose My husband built my boys a lego table for Easter with lots of pieces and instructions to build. All of the lego pieces have instructions build amazing houses, boats, cars, etc. and the table has a drawer filled with organization to all the different colored pieces. This table had me reflecting on organization, instructions, purpose […]
Control Have you ever known anyone you would consider a control freak? We’ve all known people who need to have things done a certain way and become frustrated, irritable or anxious if it doesn’t go as they planned. I consider myself to do relatively well when it comes to being a control freak but there […]
The Pursuit of Happpiness Day 26 is really important. Understanding that happiness is a way of thinking, the perspective, that it within the moment to be experienced is something we really need to remember. Loving the life you have is not an event, it’s a process. I have found myself several times through my life […]
Easter This Easter looks different for just about anyone who celebrates the resurrection of Jesus. In a lot of ways, this can feel defeating, irritating and saddening. I encourage you to remember that the reason we celebrate Easter is that Jesus overcame! Easter Traditions Most people have some specific ways they celebrate Easter. One of […]
Today I am reminded to focus on my intention and reframing my thoughts. The normal Easter season is filled with gatherings, church, egg hunts, and family feasts. This year is different as millions face the possibility of not being able to meet and hug there loved ones this Easter. The truth is that it’s natural and […]
Traditions & Celebrations How are you celebrating Easter? Birthday? Graduation? This time of year is one that is filled with rituals, traditions and celebrations. Yesterday I was reflecting on the loss of what we usually do for birthdays, anniversaries, Easter, prom and graduations. I was feeling sad as I recognized this year will be different. When things are different or require […]
