“Alright class, I want you to get into groups and list your top five strengths before we discuss it together.” A buzz of excitement circulated …
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Planning His Presence
Past memories, new beginnings, and goal-oriented lists . . . these are the words we correlate with the New Year. Most of us associate this …
Read More »Missing Holiday Traditions
What’s your favorite thing about Christmas? Is it the fresh smell of sugar cookies? Or the sight of sparkly snow and frosted window panes? Perhaps …
Read More »The Insensitive Witness
“When the waitress comes back, ask for her number.” I sat in disbelief, uncomfortable with his request. Although his persistent enthusiasm appeared sincere, it felt …
Read More »Lost and Found
Tears formed as I forced myself to remain composed. How could she go missing? I swallowed a lump in my throat and sat on the …
Read More »Bountiful Blessings
November is a beautiful month that clings to the last moments of Fall and prepares us for the cold wintery months ahead. I’m continually in …
Read More »What’s In a Name?
“What’s in a name? That which we call a rose by any other name would smell as sweet.” This particular quote in the book Romeo …
Read More »Sowing Spiritual Seeds
Harvest season is my favorite time of the year! It’s a time where people share or sell their produce, canned veggies, and sweet jams. Bushels …
Read More »Catching My Breath
“Hey, I’m going for a walk. Wanna join me?” My husband pulled on his gloves, motioning toward the door. He sensed my hesitation as I’d …
Read More »Light in the Cave
Sunshine peeked through the hills and cascaded off the creek in a peaceful manner. Harmonious birds and the gentle water rush were the only sounds …
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