Can we not get through a week without bad stuff happening? I don’t know about you, but this thought pops into my head almost weekly. And, maybe, you wonder, too, how do we stay encouraged in a discouraging world? How do we think beyond the bad to focus on the good?’ In my case, I tend to write. Burying myself …
Has It Been One of THOSE Weeks? Three Ways to Change That
In today’s world it’s easy to become discouraged. We’re confronted with similar issues that previous generations faced. Word just travels faster. With the advancement in technology, society’s ills are now delivered in instantaneous, no-holds-barred fashion. Our safe, little “bubbles” are suddenly penetrable and less apt to protect us from all that bombards us on almost a daily basis. Even as Christians, we grow …
Four Friday Feel-Goods
Oh, my goodness. It’s Friday! Have you had a great week? I hope so! Over our way, we’ve been in a bit of a heat wave—again. But I won’t complain. After all, this is the Ozarks. And this time of year typically comes with heat, humidity, and skeeters. (And tennis season for our family—which means a lot of coming and …
Three Sweet Thoughts for Your Day
Since bad news is easy to find, I pray your stop here today is a brief respite from the discouraging gunk that would drag you down. Wouldn’t you agree that a little sweetness and light are far more encouraging than those ugly, old dust bunnies in the corner? (You know the joy-stealers I’m talking about—television, the national news, those good …
Change Direction or Stay the Course? Here’s Your Answer.
Never. Eat. Soggy. Wheat. Teachers and directionally challenged folks know what that one means. Can you guess? If you whip out your cell phone, compass, or other navigational device, you’ll see the earth’s reference points: North, South, East, and West. Or in school, some students might learn their directions the good, ol’ fashioned way—by coloring the handout with the pretty …
Don’t be Daunted by Dream-Crushers
We’ve all met them. Sometimes, they knock boldly on our doors. Other times, they slink in silence past our walls of resolve. They come unbidden. Least expected. By themselves or in pairs. They’re masters at disguise and manipulators of self-confidence. They’re the dream-crushers. Our naysayers. They’re those voices of negativity that attempt to steal our joy, thwart our goals, and …
Feel Good Friday
Have you had a hectic week? Me, too! I think Feel Good Friday is in order! Sit back, relax, and prepare to unwind for minute. If you’re looking for a quick pick-me-up, you’ve come to the right place. (And don’t forget to check out last Friday’s post if you missed Downtime Dillydallying: 15 Tips to a Stress-Free Weekend.) This week …
Three Encouraging Thoughts for Your Writing Journey
Writers plot. We create. We craft stories in a variety of genres. We show characters at their best, and even love ’em at their worst. Sometimes, our thoughts may take a different tack—a more exciting path—than what we’d originally intended. It’s an intense thing when this happens because, often, it’s during these spine-tingling times we realize what’s happening is beyond our …
Two Words that Will Change Your Mindset
I can. Don’t you just love those words? I do! I can is positive and leaves me with a sigh-worthy feeling. Those two words are the mindset of positive people and who doesn’t appreciate that quality? Happy, upbeat, good-humored folks make us feel good. Rarely, have I heard anyone say, “Gee, I wish Pleasant Polly would pack up her bag …
Writer Wanna-Be…Be Gone!
A few years ago at a writing conference, a young woman introduced herself. “Hi. I’m ‘Sally’. A writer wanna-be.” (I’m substituting a fictitious name today, but this was her introduction then.) Sally was shy and lacked confidence. She even said the word “writer” with reluctance, as if uttering it in broad daylight was taboo. My heart immediately ached for her. I wanted to respond, “No, Sally. …
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