How does one have joy in the midst of pain? How does one have peace within a chaotic, destructive world? How does one love with a broken heart? My thoughts turn to prayer, to taking those deep breaths of connection to the Source of Life. With a little more time, I suggest drawing, writing, dancing,Continue reading “…… PROTECTIVE JOY ….…8/18/2021 …. Wednesday….”
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STRESSED?… 8/16/2021 …. Monday ….
Praying for all of those in need and for all of those who work together in meeting those needs. We have been given power to make a difference!
BITTERSWEET LOVE…. 8/6/2021 ….
Love is vulnerable. The blessings, the joys, the growth can all be beyond words. Yet, love unlocks the metal doors encasing our hearts, allowing heartbreak to saunter on in. Love gives us a choice. We can celebrate and rejoice in the amazing goodness of love and be grateful or we can take that part forContinue reading “BITTERSWEET LOVE…. 8/6/2021 ….”
DISCOVERED. DISAPPOINTED… Tuesday with Ryan! … 8/3/2021
I typed “disappointed” into my phone. At least, I thought I did. When I looked back over it, “disappointed” was now “discovered”. That is more positive! But not quite the same. But I liked it and decided to leave both words. I left both words because it made me think of the Olympics. Those athletesContinue reading “DISCOVERED. DISAPPOINTED… Tuesday with Ryan! … 8/3/2021”
WAKING UP!… 7/29/2019 … Thursday
No matter what, we can wake up and remind ourselves of our potential and of the holy strength and love that holds us up. When we have been centered and awakened to the beauty and joy around us, then we can also wake up and work through the places where we might have lost ourselvesContinue reading “WAKING UP!… 7/29/2019 … Thursday”
WHAT DOES IT TAKE?!… 7/28/2021 … Wednesday ..
What do you think your potential is? Do you think it matches what your Creator sees as your potential? One of the reasons that I love the Olympics is seeing people realize they have greater potential than they thought. One of the issues I have with the Olympics is the stress it can put onContinue reading “WHAT DOES IT TAKE?!… 7/28/2021 … Wednesday ..”
OPEN WIDE YOUR HEARTS
Prayer Starters 7/26/21-8/1/21: M: To use your gifts to help others;T: For safety and goodwill at the Olympics;W: To live in your full potential;TH: To be aware of God Moments;F: To respect the personhood of people of all ages;SA: To be grounded by your faith;SU: To enjoy each moment.
TREMBLING BONES… 7/23/2021
How do you handle those little, under-the-surface fears? The ones about your health, your abilities, your future, your family, your finances, your broken down car, etc.? Do you know what I am talking about? My prayer this morning is to keep affirming your faith in a Loving Holy Spirit who comforts, helps, advocates on ourContinue reading “TREMBLING BONES… 7/23/2021”
IS THIS IMPORTANT?….7/22/2021…Thursday Thought
Sometimes I can get caught up in things that feel important, upset me, drive me nuts, etc. Then I catch a glimpse of what is truly important. That happened this morning. I wasted over an hour with the phone company. Then, I realized I was way behind schedule and opened my planner and up popped,Continue reading “IS THIS IMPORTANT?….7/22/2021…Thursday Thought”
NOT GOOD ENOUGH? THINK AGAIN.…. 7/19/2021 …. Monday Minds
After a nearly six hour hearing, I didn’t think to post this prayer from yesterday. Thank you for joining me and being who you are!
AND SHE PONDERED: Encountering God in Everyday Life 