Five years and eight months ago, I embarked on a new journey as a married woman. When Bruce and I met, I was over 40 and had lived alone for close to two decades. As a married woman, I’ve learned to yield, to slow down, to ask for direction, and to let go…
Right now, I am reading two books that both encouraged me to track how I am using my time. I’ve done this activity before — in fact, I used to teach a college orientation class where this was one of the assignments. However, that was BEFORE I got married. So, this week, I decided to…
Photo Credit Teachable people have an attitude conducive to Learning. Teachable people possess a beginner’s mindset. Teachable people take long, hard looks in the mirror. Teachable people encourage others to speak into their lives. Teachable people learn something new every day. — John Maxwell (as quoted on a sign posted on the COO’s office…
Photo Credit Sometimes, I lack patience to read the instructions thoroughly. I am in a hurry, and so I skim along quickly and try to figure it out from the headings and bold print. I often miss the important details in my rush to move ahead quickly. Sadly, the result is that I have to…
Have you ever been in the room with someone, and a conversation is taking place — except you are not fully present? Do you tend to “zone out” in conversations with family? Is it hard for you to stay focused? I must admit that this week this happened to me. I had…
This week has been gut wrenchingly hard. My pastor’s resignation has left my whole church grieving. I’ve experienced so many emotions — heartbreak, confusion, despair, and anger. When someone you love and respect disappoints you, I think it’s easy to become callous and bitter. If you don’t turn to Jesus, you tend to “resign” yourself…