Have you ever experienced “unexpected?” What is “unexpected?” Well, it is what was not expected. Would you wish to see a fish in the desert? No. The season of Thanksgiving brings opportunities for gratitude, and then we move into the season of giving as we celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. Many times during this … Continue reading Unexpected-How do you prepare?
Tag: #Hope
Gratitude- Taking time to understand
As we begin each day and go through our daily routines, how often do you say and hear, “thank you?” I can think of countless times I listen to it and say it, but do we all know why? I am sure I have not said thank you nearly as often as I should have, … Continue reading Gratitude- Taking time to understand
Today I will say….
My blog post on October 27, 2022, began with students saying. Embedded within the post was an article with data collected from middle and high school students. The data in the paper presented the biggest barriers to student learning, according to a new report released by YouthTruth, a nonprofit that surveys K-12 students and families … Continue reading Today I will say….
The aroma of life, take a deep breath
Quietness sweeps across the countryside as the sun begins to rise in the east. A chill in the air brings a crisp feel to the morning as I reach for the warmth of the freshly made coffee. The soft warm blanket, a gift from the grandchildren remind me of the many times tfreshly made coffee. … Continue reading The aroma of life, take a deep breath
Friday Value
Thank you for helping to add value to the world today! I am thankful to each one of my followers, everyone who likes a post, and the comments shared with me. The knowledge of knowing one person has gained a positive from a post I have made makes my heart happy and pushes me on … Continue reading Friday Value
Going Back
So when my friend asked if I would go with her for her mammogram, I said yes. I am back where I was when my breast cancer was discovered, my treatments began, and where my doctors all are who helped me say today, “I am cancer free.” While sitting in the lobby, I was able … Continue reading Going Back
Tuesday Talk! Self-Talk
I don’t know about you, but I can have some crazy talks with myself! I can talk myself into, and out of some situations I never thought I would be in my life. Negative self-talk can be very harmful! During our last vacation with my brother-in-law and sister-in-law, my husband and brother-in-law thought it was … Continue reading Tuesday Talk! Self-Talk
Time is precious, how do you spend it?
Time is a precious thing given to you each day. You receive 24 hours in a day to choose to use in the way that will best serve who? We need our time to serve us for the needs we have, but not just our needs. What do we need to do with time? How … Continue reading Time is precious, how do you spend it?
Heart Song
Australia’s regent honeyeater bird has been listed on the endangered list. The main reason is because of habitat loss. Many efforts work to help when species are found to be in a critical state. Many times they are kept in areas to help repopulate with a controlled release. Our daily life is full. What are … Continue reading Heart Song
Seeing through the lens of hope….
The past few weeks have been a very stressful time in our home. Like many families, fall brings changes, and some are not expected. Daughter changes districts and positions. But not just districts and positions, but states. What a blessing for her and family! So very proud of her. Granddaughter starts high school and was … Continue reading Seeing through the lens of hope….