Diligence and persistence will get you through all that life might throw at you because life will throw things at you – twists, turns, ups, downs, and sometimes brick walls . . . that move to make sure they get you. Reflections for April 4th, 2022 Diligence and persistence push through the most challenging barriers…
You practice persistent patience by making a plan to find your calm. Much like being the eye of your own hurricane, persistent patience happens when you plan and practice the art of waiting. You have to be calm in allowing the pieces to fall into place – their place – instead of trying to force…
Be the eye of your own hurricane. The first time I heard this was when I interviewed Bridgette Hester for the #GrowingHOPE podcast. She had been through some tough times but managed to find a calm despite the chaos. Today, I came across the notes from that interview and I needed the reminder. NOTHING went…
Uniqueness fascinates me. My uncle – probably one of the most unique persons I’ve ever met (to put it kindly) – always encouraged me to march to the beat of my own drummer (and to fire the drummer if he tried to change my beat). I knew I was different and that I came from…
I broke down once today. Granted, it’s only 6 am. But at least the breakdowns are quick and over before anyone notices. It might seem silly. After all, I simply read the box to figure out if I needed to unpack it immediately or save it for later. It had pansy plates and glass vases…
Hurry up and wait. The last two years have hammered that idea into my head and my heart to the point that I’m too exhausted to hurry up or to wait. I’m done. Only I know I can’t be done because there’s still so much more to do. Bad waiting doesn’t help the situation. When…
You have to find ways to focus on yourself when the world swirls in chaos – or maybe just in those moments when the kids or spouse are gnawing at your nerves. When you find your way to focus on yourself and honed in on the next step of your journey then the actions, attitudes,…
The rainbow reminds us that there is more. It’s a promise that all the rain will stop. It’s a commitment that the storm will end. It’s a reminder that the light is shining no matter how heavy the clouds become. There are times in my life when I can grasp the rainbow with a simple…
Do a good job. It seems like a simple enough request, until you dig down beyond the surface into the heart, the purpose, and the Source. I thought I was doing a good job. I even jumped into a new study, and on a weekend no less. The study made it through the tornado without…
Little things can make life heavy. Things that seem normal or insignificant to others can crush the spirit of one. A life can be broken by a text. It is the condition of the heart in the moment that makes the “little thing” big. The text message broke me. “Someone broke into the house.” It…