I once had a second-grade student wise beyond his years tell me that Tuesday was the "armpit of the week". I chuckle even as I write this. Perhaps that's what February is...the armpit of the year. Hear me out. Once we come down from the climax of the holidays, January can sometimes bring the excitement … Continue reading What should we call February?
In 24 hours…
...everything can change. You go to bed living your life a certain way, just going through your day as if nothing can happen to you, and then... Wham! Everything changes. I mean, life-altering, earth-shattering, changes. Maybe your address changes, your loved one is gone forever, or you break up with someone. These changes, my friends, … Continue reading In 24 hours…
the struggle is real
And it is for everyone. I keep asking if we are in the "Twilight Zone." Kids are breaking their arms on the playground. Our van was totaled by a deer. My uncle passed away. My middle son kicked up his behavior just a notch. Just enough to inflame a stress rash on my face. Oh … Continue reading the struggle is real
day 832794238 of #pandemic2020
Okay, I'm being a little dramatic. It's actually only day 11 but who's counting? Everyone. Everyone is counting. During this social distancing, stay inside order, quarantine; whatever you want to call it, I've really been inside my head. Like more than usual. I start each day with quiet time with the Lord where I read … Continue reading day 832794238 of #pandemic2020
Reset #1…contentment
Remember when I said that I'm having a hard time right now... call it the winter blues, call it life, whatever, it just sucks. Hence needing a reset? Which is why I have really been taking a long hard look at myself to figure out what I can do to get myself back on the … Continue reading Reset #1…contentment
I need a reset
Anyone else? I recently listened to Rachel Hollis' Rise podcast, she did a whole episode on how to start your day by jumping out of bed with joy. (You can click the link and it will take you to the exact episode.) Jumping out of bed? With joy? Yeah, not my cup of tea. Let … Continue reading I need a reset
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