Thursday, December 12 2024 - 9:29 PM

Life Notes

Life is certainly one of our more eloquent teachers! When I wade through the mundane and the ordinary there is always good, solid wisdom to be had. Profound is usually smiling just below the surface of daily ritual, waiting for those three seconds of whole hearted awareness we’re capable of. This is where God often speaks uninterrupted. And this is where I like most to listen, and on a good day, take notes.

Grief of Suicide

woman upset

On a “stay-at-home” Monday, after I had tackled a lengthy list of phone calls, I decided to clean up my neglected emails following a busy …

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Cabin Pressure

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Some people are convinced that they cannot face the day without their dose of coffee. Some people believe that they must start their day with …

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Matchmaker

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I was fortunate enough to have my dream job straight out of college. While working on the editorial team for my denomination’s youth magazine, we …

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Ripe Bananas

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Without ceremony or a gold watch, my “retirement” document arrived last week from the state where I was licensed as a mental health counselor. Earlier …

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Scams and Deceit

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The email came to me supposedly from my long-time friend—advanced age, many medical issues, and caretaking. We had recently exchanged lengthy email greetings, so I …

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Words and Damages

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I think it’s amazing how one can read scriptures numerous times, and suddenly a conviction arises. This morning I was reading the Beatitudes in the …

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Focus!

lady training dog

I’m taking my puppy to a local Puppy Class for socialization and to learn a few basic commands. This is intended to make life easier …

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No Family

woman upset

We are taught that life should unfold in a certain way. We may become puzzled, angry, sad, or anxious when life doesn’t unfold that way. …

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