Living Life Well
I am a big fan of fresh starts. Life doesn’t have many “do-overs” and we don’t receive a rewind button. But after the lights and love of Christmas, and glitter and champagne of New Year’s Eve, it’s time to turn the calendar. And, just like that, we get a fresh start! To invite in the …
In November our Santa died. Christmas will look different this year without him sitting beside the tree teasing the children nearby about whose turn it is to open a gift. He normally reads the gift tags incorrectly to keep the kids guessing and requests hugs in the exchange for the presents. His smile under the …
Hello Reader Friends! I am glad you are here and we are starting back into our Thursday post routine. It has been a while since I have written- 2 months! I want to explain why the pause happened and what occurred during my break. The Good News I am expecting another baby! We are very …
I imagine if we asked ten different people what a leader is, you would get ten different answers. The word “leader” might bring up an image of a president, pastor, boss, or coach. These and many others have this important role. There are two very different styles of leadership. One is where the leader has …
To own a hobby is to invite a kind friend along in your life journey. A hobby is different from work where you are driving to achieve or produce and from entertainment where you consume someone else’s work. A hobby/pastime is an opportunity to relax and refocus. It’s purpose is to make you “happy tired.” …
What is something you began this month? Did you discover a new hobby, prepare a different dish, or add something new to your morning routine? Starting something new stretches our mental muscle and this growth isn’t always easy. I’m pondering this idea, for I ventured into new territory with two different enterprises this week. With …
This week my little family and I camped in the Colorado mountains. Gazing at mountain ranges does something for the soul. It fills you with wonder and awe. You feel small, but not unimportant (for perhaps the giant mountains are there at that moment for your viewing). The fresh perspective – to look up and …
Last week, I wrote about how I heard a podcast so moving, I knew I wanted to share it with you. If you haven’t read that post (Uncertain Times), it would be helpful to quickly look it over before diving into today’s post. The podcast is a two-part series from Wild at Heart. Today, I …
Trying to find words to describe the feelings and thoughts I experienced was like trying to wash sand from my son’s hair. It comes out little by little, and you really need to work at it. My friend and her family came over for supper a few days before I saw her on Sunday. On …
Plenty of celebrating is taking place in the households of June and Joy. Yesterday was my birthday and today (August 13) is Mandy’s big day. Mandy and I are not just friends, neighbors, and blog partners… We are also birthday buds! (This is where you respond with an eye-roll or silly smile, depending on your …