Farewell

In less than 24 hours, we will say “farewell” to 2016.  For many, this year has been a challenge for a variety of reasons.  What I find courageous are those individuals, who have encountered incredible loss, set backs, obstacles, or have felt defeated in some sort of way, but have still found the strength to…

Pivotal Milestone

2017 will bring me a milestone birthday……..yes, the fifties will be arriving and I must say, I am pretty pleased about it.  Dreading the arrival seems to be a common practice among women.   God forbid anyone scream, “YAY…..I am going to be fifty!”. But, here I go…..”YAY!!!   I am going to be fifty!!!”.…

A Beautiful Gift

I feel like forgiveness is under used.  That we hold onto that allowance of simply letting go…..letting go of the other person’s actions, words, etc., as a way to punish.  Who is really being punished in this scenario? The act of forgiveness isn’t easy.   When I am hurt, my first instinct is to cling…

Taking Out The Trash

The arrival of a new year provides a layer of excitement.   It provides us with a clean slate and allows us to envision the possibilities of 2017.    This is the time to “take out the trash”, so to speak, and clear a path for all the newness that is ready to greet us.…

Survivor

Well I survived.   I survived Christmas with no amends needed and a great deal of serenity left.  Honestly, the holidays for me look very different from what they used to represent.  It really is just a change of landscape and a few central characters with a willingness from me to accept everyone for exactly…

Reflective

When I woke up this morning, I did what I do every Christmas……I wished Jesus a “Happy Birthday”.   As long as I can remember, that has been my thought upon awakening.  After all, He is the reason for the season.   My other thought this morning were all those that are celebrating the holidays…

Bring In The Clowns….or Your Family…Whichever

Here we are again pouncing on yet another opportunity to gather with family near and far. This may or may not bring you anxiety.  If it doesn’t, you might just skip this entry and move on to Pinterest.  If you already have prescription medication to cope with the drama or you simply want a way…

The Face Of Humility

The face of humility is ever-changing.    It is present in a variety of situations that allow me to see the grace of God.   Sometimes it is subtle while other times it slaps me in the face.    However, it is always timely. Last night, my family volunteered to serve dinner to a ministry…

Another’s Journey

I was just moved by a recent interview with Vice-President Joe Biden regarding life and how participation allows you to be the change.  He mentioned the difficulties that we all endure and how pivotal it is that we show up for one another.   It was an excellent reminder on just being available for service…

Please Stop

At the close of yet another year, I thought it would be appropriate to remind fellow social media users of a few suggestions to follow if you want to maintain friends on Facebook or followers for other sites.   Truly, I am giving you a gift.  Maybe you are unaware of how annoying it is…