Is it any wonder we have any time left for worrying about or trying to change what we cannot change? Especially trying to change another person, pointing out what they are doing wrong, or judging a part of them when we do not know the full measure of their story. I am talking about this … Continue reading Put On the Other Shoe
The Royal Road to Happiness
The road does not look too royal. In fact, it is all but that. It is heartache. It is being misunderstood. It is lack of confidence. It is trials, tribulations, and lots of adversity. Yes, it is all that, but the very thing that can lead us—and especially me—is knowing that my life, and all … Continue reading The Royal Road to Happiness
A Bigger-Than-You Life
First let me say that I have never really felt like I was small. I know I am because the measuring tape says so and my clothes size gives me a clue, but when I really notice it is when I compare myself to other normal-sized folks. To be even further honest, I like being … Continue reading A Bigger-Than-You Life
When you can’t see the Good yet, Hand over the steering wheel!!!!
Sometimes I get real personal with these Love Notes, and this is one of those times. A friend got some not-so-good news and is reeling with, what in the world and how in the world can this work out for good? Surprise news is not always the kind of surprise you want to run around … Continue reading When you can’t see the Good yet, Hand over the steering wheel!!!!
Believe Life is Always Working Out for You and Offer More Grace Than Seems Necesssary
Evoto Author’s note for my book: It really does work out well when you decide what your truths are so that you can live by them. It makes it so much easier if you choose once rather than choosing daily. One choice for a great life. This is my final truth from a talk I … Continue reading Believe Life is Always Working Out for You and Offer More Grace Than Seems Necesssary
Don’t Wait for Joy, Choose it and Practice it Now!!!
Author’s Note: This is a portion of a talk I gave and something I felt was worth reflecting on a little longer. Last week we talked about the power of our words, and this week I am focusing on the truth that we cannot wait for joy. We choose it and practice it now. This … Continue reading Don’t Wait for Joy, Choose it and Practice it Now!!!
I Said thank you to Mary Oliver this morning
I said thank you to Mary Oliver this morning I love thanking God and everyone of HIs creatures who make life brighter and sweeter for others It is usually their sweet words and their follow up actions I have so many people to thank So many people and occasions have reminded me that God's world … Continue reading I Said thank you to Mary Oliver this morning
The Words You Speak Become the Life You Live
Author’s Note: These three truths, along with an affirmation, will be a four-part message to practice and meditate on. I was asked to speak at two different places this week on my sweet late husband’s birthday!!! I always want to do something life-giving on that day to celebrate the life of Hugh. So, the topic. … Continue reading The Words You Speak Become the Life You Live
Flipping my own Darn switch!!!
First off, saying “my own darn switch” brings back childhood memories. There was a movie called That Darn Cat and my mom told me that when she was a little girl she would not have been able to go see that movie because of the curse word!!! Oh my good thing my mama never went … Continue reading Flipping my own Darn switch!!!
How Can I Say Thanks?
How can I say thanks For all the things You've done for me? Things so undeserved Yet You gave to prove Your love to me The voices of a million angels Could not express my gratitude All that I am And ever hope to be I owe it all to Thee To God be the … Continue reading How Can I Say Thanks?