The Power of One
Our world focuses on numbers. Big numbers mean success. But, think back to your school days and one teacher who took time for you and altered the course of your…
At The Thrift Shop
I love a bargain! I can't help it. I think it's genetic. My mom could stretch a dollar further than anyone I have ever met. My uncle once had the…
Do Your Best…And, Pray
If I'm not mistaken, there was a movie entitled Men Leave that came out a few years back. However, even before that my husband spoke those very words to me…
When I Grow Up
Kids often have heroes they want to pattern themselves after: a professional athlete, a beautiful movie star or some other famous person. They may try to look like that person…
At Least Somebody’s Consistent
Remember when you first learned to ride a bike? You kept falling off - until you finally "got the hang of it" - and then, off you went! If only…
Poof! It’s Gone!
At a family dinner, my daughter-in-law shared the story of the latest with my not yet two-year old grandson. It seems when he would find himself in trouble of any…
Open My Eyes
Every day has its own set of challenges, doesn't it? How much does attitude play in how each of those days turns out? Sometimes I have trouble sleeping. That tends…
By Faith
Some people are movie buffs; others prefer to read. But, have you ever read a book again or watched a movie a second time and noticed something you missed the…
Drop the Hammer
Someone once wrote: "If you walk around with a hammer, everything starts to look like a nail." Think about that. A hammer has one primary purpose: to pound the daylights…
A Matter of the Heart
For my birthday this year my sister-in-law presented me with a copy of a book I might not necessarily have been drawn to entitled The Curious History of the Heart. …