Have you tried to drive forward with your eyes glued to the rearview mirror? I picked up a copy of Dr. David Jeremiah’s book, Forward, and made it as far as the introduction before I had to stop and ponder. I will get back to the book for the rest of the teaching, but his […]
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Category: Thoughts
My outlook on life comes from an advanced degree at the University of Hard Knocks. Sometimes I need to take advantage of solitude and capture my thoughts. In that moment my heart is open for your inspection.
Introducing Twenty-Five Heart Facts
February includes celebrations for many things including American Heart Month. My inbox has been filled with advice on best practices for my heart’s health, the worst foods for my heart. I find plenty of words on the overall importance of this organ. That started me thinking about the word heart and how many times I […]
Choose Wisely
In April of 1977 I buried my father after his nine month battle with colon cancer. Beginning at the emergency surgery in June of the previous year he lost ground weekly. His once sure steps gave way to a cane then a walker followed by a wheelchair. Finally his bed became his domain for the […]
25 Things I Love About Christmas
Merry Christmas! Here’s my list of 25 things I love about Christmas. You can use the comment facility below the article to share some of your favorite things if you like. Part 1 Part 2
Don’t Fear the Project
What’s on your home project list for this year? Have you written down your goals, or are you blissfully anchored to the Land of Procrastination? Projects require planning, time, resources, and a category in the household budget to cover expenses. Even with conscientious effort in these areas the project languishes without a start date. At […]
The Cure for Holiday Procrastination
Are you doing a slow boil because someone is already avoiding holiday chores? The days between Thanksgiving and Christmas represent some of the busiest on the calendar. One person adopting an attitude of “tis the season to procrastinate” means someone else has to pick up the extra work. Here’s a cure for holiday procrastination. Stress […]