Have you ever felt lost and empty? Ever wondered what it is you’re supposed to be contributing to the world? This past year I found myself reeling from the loss of my job. For 30 years I had enjoyed my work which started out very part time but had evolved into a full-time pursuit. It…
Category: Inspiration
Overcoming Overwhelm Part 3
This tip for overcoming overwhelm is empowering. I have proven this practical principle in my life time after time. You already know this trick, but maybe you just need to hear it again. Action is the remedy for discouragement. I just start. Sometimes I start by doing a small task or promise myself I’ll work…
A Little Girl and the Doves
Many years ago there lived a little girl who loved her grandmother’s garden. You may know a girl like her or you may be like her. Summer evenings were the little girl’s favorite time. That was the time the mourning doves came to drink at the small garden pond near the front porch where she…
A Shoebox Love Story
Every year, a Christian organization called Samaritan’s Purse facilitates the distribution of shoeboxes filled with small toys and useful items to children in poor or war-torn countries. The boxes are filled by people across America in the spirit of giving to those less fortunate at Christmas. “Back in 2000, an 8-year-old girl named Joana in…
Overcoming Overwhelm Part 2
When I have more than I can handle, I want to complain to someone, anyone who will listen. I want to spout off about how much I have to do and how little time I have to do it in. I want some pity and maybe if I’m honest, I want to feel important. (I…
January Musings
At the start of a new year, we all desire to improve ourselves. May I share an insight that has helped me gain ground during the past year? I recognize that decision making is done moment by moment. Those seemingly small decisions made throughout each day are actually the small hinges that huge doors swing…