Stronger …
You know that saying about what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger? Being stronger isn’t just about physical strength but also mental, emotional, and spiritual strength. There was a time…
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About those Scriptures …
You were right. You told me so. How many times have I been reading the Scriptures in my Bible, only to hear your voice in my head saying, “You need…
The things we do for love
Have you ever sat on the bleachers while your child played soccer in 32º weather, thinking the game would never end? That’s love. Have you ever sat on the sideline…
Enjoying good things
Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about resting. I’ve also been thinking about where my body and mind dwell. Both a body and a mind can wear out when in…
Terrified at 2 a.m.
You wonder how you would react to an attempted break-in, yet when it happens, your mind scrambles in disbelief. When it happens at 2 a.m., you aren’t quite thinking clearly….
The power of a conversation
While writing my latest book, From the Hart, I kept thinking about the conversations it could inspire. At the end of each chapter, there are three questions. They can be…
Finding real beauty
“Some people, no matter how old they get, never lose their beauty – they merely move it from their faces into their hearts.” – Martin Buxbaum, American author and poet…
Passion & curiosity
Should passion and curiosity about life fade as you reach your vintage years? Absolutely not. Remember the wind we experienced a few days ago, with gusts reaching 50 mph? My…
Have a “blessing” day
“Don’t just do something. Stand there.” It’s a quote from a sermon my husband heard many years ago. I believe it offers a clever twist on a well-known saying. Do…
From the Hart
What if … You could read a book that would calm your anxious heart and help you navigate life as a people-pleaser and fixer? You were told you could put…