After taking stock on how grit impacted my past year, focus became my word for 2021. Now that the new year is four weeks old, it is time for my first monthly focus check. Though focus is a commonly used word, I like to have its meaning clear in my mind. According to Dictionary.comContinue reading “FOCUS 2021”
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Gimme A Break!
Arranging a long weekend away for me every few months is one of the many ways Jerry expresses his care for me. A group of guys from church volunteer to help with his evening and morning routines. I am free to travel, hole up and sleep, write, or any other combination of things thatContinue reading “Gimme A Break!”
Oh.My.Word!
I never saw myself as a word-of-the-year person. I never considered the idea. . . . . .Until three years ago, after moving to a new state. There was nothing mystical or ethereal, I just sensed that courage would be my word for 2019. It was a good one. Besides moving 1000 miles away,Continue reading “Oh.My.Word!”
Give of Your Best
Have you ever had someone describe the behavior of a family member and you thought, Who are they talking about? That’s not the person I see at home? This seeming dichotomy makes sense to me. Most of us were taught to be our best when we are in public. Home needs to be a safeContinue reading “Give of Your Best”
Too Busy to Listen?
I have noticed a pattern developing when we stop for fast food that has a scary correlation in my life. When I place our order I am asked by the voice in the box if I want any additional sauces with my order. Each time I say no. Yet, when I get to the windowContinue reading “Too Busy to Listen?”
Prayer – At What Cost?
Today I learned of a Christian ministry that expects each employee to spend 10% of their time in prayer. In fact, they offer three corporate prayer times throughout the week because they put such a high value on prayer. I was intrigued by this, particularly because it brought to mind another organization, one Jerry andContinue reading “Prayer – At What Cost?”
