Simple Joy and Pleasure

by | Mar 16, 2020 | Character, Encouragement

Simple Joy and Pleasure Now that the unthinkable has happened with the Coronavirus declared a pandemic, we are told to stay home, limit our contact, and other solid advice.  Staying home helps us do our part in containing or at least reducing the spread of the virus. ...

This is Only Temporary

by | Mar 6, 2020 | Character, Encouragement

This is Only Temporary . . . I believe that our experience here on earth is only temporary and that we can’t get to where we need to go without the struggle.  I am asking that you stand firm and expect some challenges and distractions to change your course.  Our...

Face What’s Next

by | Mar 4, 2020 | Character, Encouragement

Let’s Face What’s Next What is next?  I mean, what are you replaying in your mind that you would like to file away forever?  One of the best ways to heal yourself is to let go of the past.  We can’t relive the past, so let’s face what’s...

Positive or Negative

by | Feb 24, 2020 | Character, Encouragement

Positive or Negative We are either positive or negative, with everyone with whom we meet.  Think for a moment about all the people with whom you meet on any given day. You see your significant other, your children, maybe the neighbor, and all of them before you even...

Roots, Patience, and Presence

by | Feb 21, 2020 | Character, Parenting

Roots, Patience, and Presence We have discussed the benefit of examining the roots in our lives and comparing them to tree roots.  We have talked about taking the time to establish a solid foundation for ourselves from which we can operate.  In a previous post, we...