A certain grandmother had fourteen grandchildren to buy Christmas presents for. She had a very modest budget but tried hard to buy meaningful gifts that aligned with each child’s interests. Many gifts had to be sent across the miles, but a few were able to be given in person. The day came for the grandparents…
Tag: attitude
Happy and Strong
My wise 92 year-old mother-in-law always says, “You can get bitter or you can get better.” We always have the choice as to how we will respond to what life brings us. It never ceases to amaze me how much value God places on giving us the freedom to choose. Ever since our first parents,…
Mother’s Day Prep
Mother’s Day is only a week and a half away. What’s your first reaction? Hope your children remember? Think of things you need to do like cleaning and cooking for that day? Wish you could just skip the day entirely? I read an article from an online coach who talks about making the choice to…
When There’s Too Much to Do
Ever feel like there are 236 things swirling around in your brain? The sheer number of things you need to do has you flummoxed. You’re spinning your wheels in the mud of overwhelm as your clammy hands grip the wheel in despair. I can’t do your work for you, but I can remind you of…
So Be It
It’s still winter here. Cold rain. It’s hailed three times today. Cold wind. Record-breaking precipitation and low temperatures each month since October and it’s mid-May now. I hear a lot of comments about the weather when I’m out and about. You’d guess they are pretty negative comments, and you’d be right. I have to admit…