Finding Presence

Finding Presence

Finding Presence is what I hoped for, yet received so much more. A hurricane threatening our child activated my mama bear instincts. Three weeks after our son went to college a potential hurricane loomed on his horizon. My pride in not worrying too much blew away as Tropical Storm Gordon blew close. Thankfully it bypassed …

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He is Near

He is Near

What’s your first thought when seeing the sun diffusing through clouds high above? As the light streams down from radiant beams I’m always reminded of God’s presence. It’s like He’s showing me He is near and present, even if I cannot physically see Him. Winding down on our #BePresent series this Lent, we’ve discussed being …

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Every Moment Matters

every moment matters

What’s special about this moment, right now? For me, it’s conveying thoughts in this post and for you, it may be gleaning insight or encouragement by reading it. Every moment has an inherent specialness simply because we’ll never have this moment again. Every moment matters. Every Moment Matters Thinking of our moments as finite fragments …

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Joy Found

joy can be found

Ever lost your joy or felt like running away from your life? Joy can be found, we simply need to know where to look. After a stressful few months, I was anticipating a break and a fresh beginning in the quest for my one word: joy. But instead I limped into the new year needing …

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Say Yes to the Best!

yes to the best

Talking more than listening. Sitting more than moving. Mindless eating more than thoughtful consumption.  My list of yielding to temptations stretches forever. The desire to do what we want instead of what we need for our wellness, relationships, and work/home balance is an endless battle. Yet, there is a way to win this war. Say …

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