In the midst of our back-to-school hustle and bustle, the rat race of school prep, clothes shopping, and various appointments, it’s easy to get lost in the “noise.”
As I shopped my socks off yesterday with our teenage daughter, some thoughts crossed my mind.
That mannequin needs a head.
Why does every store look the same?
Where are the bargains—not just the mark-ups that say they’re bargains?
What happens when he sneezes with those six nose rings?
Is it true what that store says—my happiness is their top priority?
Lingerie as outerwear. But gee, that looks uncomfortable.
And… Ohhh. Will we ever leave this madness called “The Mall”?
But.
Guess what?
I get to do it all over again today!
We came home with a little something extra. (Gotta love those ink tags!)
Oh, well. No use to cry in my coffee.
I’ll steel myself and think happy thoughts. It’s what moms do.
Now.
Maybe you need a pick-me-up, too.
Well, I have just the thing. Grab your cuppa and lean in a little closer.
Here are three heartfelt, homespun goodies to light up your day. Enjoy!
1. Heavenly Joy will steal your heart and make you grin! Watch through to the end for a quick life lesson. (Thanks, Simple Grace, for sharing your daily dose of hope!)
2. What’s your art? Simple, but profound thoughts via Seth Godin to help you decide.
3. If you doubt your calling, read this. The Power of a Single Word via Steve Laube.
(And a bonus.)
4. “Business is like marriage…you aren’t going to be ‘in love with’ the idea every single day – but you can choose to remain committed!” ~Carrie Wilkerson
Here’s to a happy, heartfelt, homespun day!
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What lights up your day?
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Much Love and Many Blessings,
