The other day I spent a morning sitting by the ocean. What a blessing. It was another quiet morning with only the sunrise, waves, and birds to keep me company. As I sat there, I watched something interesting unfold. On the pier sat a group of seagulls. They were watching …
Today is an important and special day. Although, some of us might be a bit detached from its significance, many others are acutely and powerfully aware. To those of you who have served or are loved ones of someone who has served, thank you so very much. The people of …
Yep, it’s upon us. The snotty-nosed, coughing, hacking cold and flu season. Delightful. Well, it’s not all that bad. Beautiful leaves. White snow. Holidays. It’s actually a great time… unless you get sicky. So, although I have no magic bullets or charms that can guarantee that you won’t get sick, …
I think most of us enjoy a little salt in our diet. I definitely do. Since there is so much already added to most of our foods in the US, we rarely need to add any more to get our dietary needs met. But what if you really like salt? …
I remember a thought I had back when I graduated high school: “From now on, no one can make me try to learn or do anything that I don’t want to.” It was a thought that had elements of joy and freedom – as if I had just been set …
Yesterday I wrote about the importance of writing down inspirational ideas that come to mind. Whether you end up acting on it or not, at least you will have a record of what it was in the first place! Today, I wanted to expand this out a little more – …
We’ve all had moments of sudden inspiration where we have a thought and go, “wow! that’s a great thought!” Maybe it’s a business idea. Perhaps it’s a creative solution to a problem. It could be something that you need to start doing or a conversation that would really help a …
I’ve written before about how sugar and sugary drinks are basically toxic to kids (and adults). And it’s true. One of the best things that you can do for your children is keep them away from excessive and needless sugar. (Halloween, anyone? 🙂 ) But one of the other CRUCIAL …
Happy Halloween, everyone! On this spookiest-of-days, I want to share with you something I learned years ago while passing through a cemetery. I had actually been driving around fairly aimlessly and I asked the Lord where I should go. I felt Him directing me to a large cemetery. It was …
Since we’re in the Halloween season, I thought I’d address a serious idea with a lighter approach. There’s a scene from Star Wars: Episode 2 where the battle is raging and it’s looking grim for the good guys. Yoda says, “concentrate all your firepower on the nearest starship.” (Click here …