Happiness is great and all. I have been chasing it for years...but upon writing this post...I think I am going to choose joy going forward.
Happiness vs. Joy
A very low day…with action came hope
Everyone gets them: days when we are just low, when we can't focus and just want to go back to bed. What helps? Sometimes we can't think of anything. But today, a thought came. When I acted on it = my day got better!
Parenting an adult who happens to be your child
Parenting! We want the best for our children - even when they are no longer children!
Prayer- everyone approves of; Truth & Jesus-not so much.
Today's passage is all about each of us; yet, I share how I do --and do not-- live it out myself. I have a long way to go on the one hand, and am ready to jump in on the other....but it may not be what you are thinking... 1 Timothy 2:1-6 NLT There is... Continue Reading →
Changing my behavior may change my mood and those around me. (A post just for me.)
How's your mood been lately? And what could be driving that? Here you learn about that in regards to me.
Taking my thoughts captive
What do you do when you head is filled with negative thinking -- change your focus. To what? Read on...
On Father’s Day– lessons from my grandpa about facing life
Which is easier-- facing war or facing daily responsibilities and emotions?
Jesus, I’ll Follow You Anywhere (?)
I will follow Jesus anywhere...hmmm... even in my own home? It is tougher than you think!
Chasing, striving, rush, pressure, hurry!
What a way to start my morning! UGH- and to think it does this everyday unconsciously in rapid succession. The alarm went off at 5 as usual. But I laid there and dozed until after 6am. I eventually got up and did a couple things and sat down to start my day before my 6:30... Continue Reading →
Iron Sharpens Iron: as people sharpen each other
One thing we know we are missing right now is fellowship! I have been thinking A LOT lately about how lonely I seem to be. I am an introvert so I believe I managed COVID loneliness much better than some of the population. After all, I still go to work 12 hours a week =3... Continue Reading →