Because of Grace we Press On
How many times have we been over the story of Joseph and how he found out that Mary was pregnant and he had to accept it, support her, and agree to be the Earthly father of Jesus? But how often do we consider the day after? Here is Joseph, sitting in a pile of hay … Read more
Just on the off chance you haven’t noticed, it’s Friday everyone. OK! Everybody UP! Rise and Shine! Have you heard someone say something like this? I have. Just recently, in fact. “What do you mean, enjoy my job? Work isn’t supposed to be fun. That’s why they call it work. Work is what you endure … Read more
How often do you think about options? Last week I was at an event where there were tables of snack food, so many options. I was looking at my messy calendar and trying to schedule a real meeting with a friend and thought – options. I was spending an evening at home and decided to … Read more
Have you ever thought about the role friends play in your life? I’ve had hundreds, maybe thousands of opportunities to reflect on the blessing of friends in my own life, many just yesterday. In fact I was doing that last night as I reviewed my day and realized how many interactions with friends occurred in … Read more
I just mentioned that I had no idea how to find stats on my blog and a report appeared in my email. Its a mystery to go with this other mystery. Like why this blog had the most views in 2014. Maybe you can figure it out. Saturday morning. Yes! I wake up and it’s … Read more
OK everybody up! Rise and shine! Good Morning ♪♫•*¨ To You ¸•♫¸.•.¸ Have you ever thought about our English language and wondered why we have so many words that mean the same thing but sometimes aren’t used interchangeably? Have you seen a thesaurus? OK – so maybe I’m the only one who wakes up in … Read more
It’s early….too early. Why am I awake at this hour? I have been awake and arguing with myself that very question. Here’s my conversation with myself. “Hmmmm. What time is it? Are you kidding me? I should be sleeping. What could be more enticing and energizing than a couple more hours of sleep? Ok – back … Read more
It’s Monday everyone! I had to laugh when reading the side of a coffee mug that said “I’m allergic to Mondays.” The first thought in my mind? You guessed it. “Doesn’t that just mean your Tuesday is your Monday?” My dilemma on Monday is what to wear. I know what not to wear. No jeans, … Read more
I have a confession to make. Today I was given an award that I didn’t deserve, but I accepted it quietly, speechlessly, and with gratitude more than I was able to express at the time. I should explain. I spent 3 hours in the presence of greatness today. Bonnie Washburn, Brenda Benedict, and Kathryn Armstrong. … Read more
OK everybody up! Rise and shine! Good Morning! It’s Friday everyone …. and the countdown to the weekend begins. I’ve been thinking a lot about friends who have lost jobs recently. I’m sure those friends were thankful for their jobs and went to work every day with an attitude of gratitude. God promises us in … Read more