Category Encouragement

Do not give up, readjust

I have been a dreamer ever since I can remember.  Adventuring through the caverns and canyons and mountains of my mind has always been a fascinating past time for me.  It is incredible what is in my mind.  Truly, I am one of the greatest wonders of God. I dream big, hairy, audacious dreams.  I […]

Ask, seek, knock…an honest evaluation

I have a simple mind.  I need time to process and think things through.  I like bullet points and outlines.  If there are two or three things to remember, I’m pretty good.  Seriously, it’s a heavy task for me to remember all seven of the dwarfs that co-stared with Snow White.  Simple is sweet. Today […]

Joy can not be forced

This is a recent picture that was taken at a wedding of me and a few of my brothers.  This picture makes me laugh out loud every single time that I look at it.  It is a great picture.  It represents a moment captured in digital form of a few siblings goofing around during some […]

You are a miracle! I am a miracle!

Did you know that you are a miracle? Say out loud with me, “I am a miracle!” How about one more time for good measure, with a big smile, “I am a miracle!” Yes!  Yes, you are my dear.  You are precious and beautiful miracle. Do you know what it means to be a miracle? […]

When Pressing On Seems Pointless

Have you ever reached a spot in your life when it seems absolutely pointless to continue down a specific avenue? I am talking about those times when you have poured a great deal of time, talents and treasures into a project or a relationship and there seems to be no return.  Or, even worse, perhaps […]