Category Encouragement

Make a Difference Moments

Have you ever had a small moment that made a huge difference in your day? Recently I received a card.  It is of simple design.  The message inside is a straightforward thank you.  But, it brought me a whole lot of joy.  While it may not stand out to anyone else, I so greatly appreciate […]

Power of a Deep Compliment

The other day I was incredibly blessed to receive one of the top compliments that I have ever received in my life.  It came in an email from a friend.  It stopped me in my tracks.  It made me smile, but also made me cry – all good tears.  I was just so overwhelmed and […]

My Word for the Year, PERSEVERANCE

Perseverance This is my word for 2014; Perseverance. According to webster.com it means, “the quality that allows someone to continue trying to do something even though it is difficult; continued effort despite difficulties, failure or opposition.” Yes, that is the word that I want to embody this year.  Perseverance. I selected a word after being […]

The Shoes I Wear, The Path I Walk

These are my shoes, one of my favorite pairs.  They fit me well.  I have had them for a while now.  They have formed to the nuances of my body and the way that I move.   I really enjoy these shoes.  They have been through a lot with me.  Even though they are one […]

Redefining Courage

I am a woman of bold and courageous confidence. Romans 8:37-39 (NIV) says, “No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us.  For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor […]