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The courage of life is often a less dramatic spectacle than the courage of a final moment; but it is no less a magnificent mixture of triumph and tragedy. John F. Kennedy https://www.brainyquote.com/authors/john-f-kennedy-quotes I’m sure you have often heard the phrase, “you’re so dramatic!” or “you are full of drama!” Well, if you haven’t, I have, often. I think that …
Recently, one of my sons was struggling with a personal issue. He didn’t have to say a word to me, I am his mother, and I can read him like a book. I asked him if he was ok, and he said he would (eventually) be in a much better place emotionally. Of course, that sent me on a worry …
Several years ago, I was in Puerto Rico on mission with a team from the Abante International organization (a discipleship and leadership training program.) It was customary for us to have casual conversations during mealtimes, and sometimes those conversations would turn into deeper discussions about life, relationships, politics, and faith, among other topics. We never shied away from the tough …
Have you ever found yourself in a conversation where the other person says things to you -well intended, of course- that are rude, hurtful and judgmental? Well, I have, more times than I care to say. In fact, I’m pretty sure, I have been on both sides of the spectrum; the giving and the receiving. But to be honest, for …
Several years back, I was with my dad driving some Church members home. A lady asked me what I wanted to do after graduation. I didn’t have to think twice, telling her that I enjoyed music and writing and was looking into a degree in music therapy. With a surprised look in her face, she exclaimed, “I thought for sure …
It was probably about six or seven years ago, and I was meeting a few friends at my previous home. I was resting from a time of traveling abroad with a team of college students. These were special friends because we had lost touch for some time and were finally able to get together. While we shared old memories over …
Well, the New Year is upon us, and with it comes a flood of expectations, dos and don’ts lists, new journals, new attitudes, and new diet trends. Sometimes keeping up with plans and organizing the calendar for the new year seems to be just as stressful as shopping and preparing for Christmas! I’ve been thinking and meditating about how I …
“The soul that sees beauty may sometimes walk alone.” —Johann Wolfgang von Goethe I think it is safe to assume that everyone experiences bouts of loneliness throughout their lives. You will recognize it quickly because it is a dark, sad, pathetic, and unwanted feeling. It creeps in uninvited and takes residence for as long as we allow it to — …
With the Thanksgiving holiday nearing, I’m sure your mind is doing that familiar introspection thing that almost always leads to taking inventory of all the things you are thankful for this year. This season is a time when we pay attention to the simple acts of kindness bestowed upon us — whether deserved or undeserved. I’m there, and trust me, …
The best thing you can do for your precious ones, is to empower them to face life, and move on to build their own nests.