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Hump day, slump day. Half-way through the work week, but still a few days left to go. What, then, is a writer to do when weariness sets in and motivation stalls? Well… We must press on, of course! (Thus the visual goodies above to kick-start some happy thoughts. Don’t pretend you’re immune to strawberries and chocolate—fibbing isn’t healthy.) I don’t …
Happy Friday! As another busy week draws to a close, I wanted to revisit a favorite topic–JOY! It’s a subject that’s near and dear to my heart because joy is something I think we’re sorely lacking in day-to-day life.* No, we’re not always going to feel at the top of our game. There will be days of indecision and times …
Yay! It’s Monday! Time to shine a light for Jesus! I’m sure you bounced out of bed just like I did. (Well… actually, it was more like a gentle thud of my feet hitting the floor in Tigger-like fashion. Not quite a bounce, but it’s the thought, right?) My spirit says go while my body says just five more minutes …
Toward the end of each week, I dance a semi-jig in my office. I put away the past and anticipate new beginnings. My mood changes. My soul feels lighter. I’m on the downhill swing! By the time Thursday afternoon rolls around, I’m already feeling the weekend. When Friday comes I’m almost giddy. (Know what I’m talking about?) Fridays signal fun …
Mondays are challenging. It might have something to do with getting back in our groove after a relaxing weekend. At our house, we have a system. (For parents with school-age children I think routine is important. It lessens the stress when kids know what’s expected.) Our Mondays (and other work/school days) look like this: My husband and I rise early. …
Life in my neck of the woods is rarely dull. For instance, over the past seven days or so, we’ve dealt with frigid cold, sleet, snow, and ice. Yuck. Schools have closed due to inclement weather and conditions have put a serious dent in folks’ holiday prep. Next week, I intend to play catch-up and take care of things I’ve …
Fall. That glorious season of candy corn color. Not quite here, but almost. Some folks dread summer’s fading palette, but I’ve always loved the more vibrant shades of saffron, cinnamon, and orange. Where others see death of what was, I see hope of what’s yet to come. In last year’s post, My 20 Favorite Things about Fall, I talked about God’s handiwork and how His …
Don’t you just love being around happy, positive people? I know I do. Unmotivated, negative folks sap our energy. They steal our joy and put a dent in our day. If we’re constantly exposed to attitudes of discontent, our own attitudes begin to reflect the same. Because by nature I’m a helper, I tend to want to “fix things.” I …
Generally, I’m a happy person. I willingly choose joy. Now, does that mean I don’t experience heartache, doubt, or insecurity from time to time? Hardly. Like you, I’ve held hands with each of those at various life junctures. Some seasons have been a little more difficult than others. Just because I’m a Christian doesn’t mean that life is always fair, kind, …
You may have noticed I’ve not been as active on social media lately. Here’s the deal: sometimes life happens. Last week my mother had open heart surgery. The surgeon replaced the aortic valve to be precise. It’s an intense surgery and one that requires a lengthy recovery period. Never a smoker and in optimum health, my mama’s prognosis is excellent. Still, as you …
