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“Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18  Those verses are a lot easier to read / teach than to practice. Pray continuously ~ I understand that.  But Rejoice ALWAYS?  Give thanks in ALL circumstances?  Those are  hard things to do.  I’veContinue reading ““Chance” Circumstances?”

attitudeofgratitude ( &TBT) Beautiful but cool morning that put some pep in my step! 🏃‍♀️ 🥰 This family picture of the Young Sisters! For as long as I can remember ( and before that I’m sure ) my mom’s family has shared lunch together on Thanksgiving Day. I have LOTS of fond memories of thoseContinue reading “Thanksgivings Past”

It’s been one of those days.  Things were going well until they weren’t.  All of a sudden life gets heavy sometimes.  The unexpected happens; tragedy strikes.  Life is a vapor… people are here and then they’re gone.  There was a Nickelback video a few years back that stuck in my head. In it, there wasContinue reading “The Unexpected”

See that third book from the left on the shelf ? “The Best Yes” by Lysa Terkeurst. It was the first book of hers I read. I can really identify with Lysa.  I’m a doer & I love doing good things to help people like she does. Today our pastor included Ephesians 2:10 in hisContinue reading “What’s the Best Yes?”

There’s a lot to love about fall, like the fashion & fun, stylish hats, but dry, flaky skin is NOT at the top of my list, probably not yours either. As the season progresses and cooler, often drier weather sets in, here are some tips to help you manage the dry skin that comes withContinue reading “Fall Skin for the Win!”

Ann Voskamp shared a tragic yet inspiring account of her family’s loss. I came across it just after reading a dear friend’s post about her incredibly hard situation. I don’t know about you but my heart is often heavy at the loss and tragedy in our world: Covid, division, Afghanistan, Haiti, and so many ofContinue reading “Gratitude in the Struggle”

 I’m asking myself, “Am I Making a Real Difference?” Have you ever watched “It’s a Wonderful Life”? It’s one of my favorite movies; one that I never miss during the Christmas season. In case you don’t know… The story is a heartwarming look at the difference George Bailey makes in the lives of his family,Continue reading “Am I Making a REAL Difference?”

September 23 …..not only the first day of fall, but it was my Aunt Bernice’s birthday.I’m remembering her today and the positive influences she had on me and so many others.As we observed her decline, we realized that just existing is not the same as living,so I’m sharing some of her amazing life stories today!Continue reading “Happy 92nd Birthday”

I know all who were over the age of five probably have memories of 9/11and the days that followed. It was definitely a time when we were unsure of what would happen. Daddy and I had a conversation on the Saturday after. He was emotional, even more than I was. He recounted his days inContinue reading “Memories of 9/11; Don’t Waste a Day”