In today's world, we are bombarded on all sides by the pressure to be more, do more, have more, experience more, produce more, feel more, accept more, undergo more, incorporate more and the list goes on. Most of us feel that in order to be accepted and to fit in we must follow … [Read more...]

"A kind gesture can reach a wound that only compassion can heal." Steve Maraboli I love this quote. It is so very true. This is one of the things I love to do the most in life; offering a kind gesture to someone in need. I could read stories all day about people giving … [Read more...]

Most of us would say our work, our children, family life, our kid's schedules, the time crunch we are always in, church activities, community activities, etc. Those are good answers and those things do create a lot of stress for us all. Just trying to keep up is sometimes all … [Read more...]

Did you know that we are all born with gifts, you know, abilities? Each of us has the ability to be a teacher, to be hospitable, to be a giving person and to show mercy to others. As we grow and learn, we begin to discover our gifts and which ones have great strength. A … [Read more...]

As we muddle through this crazy, busy time of year, I want to bring up a subject that will soon be on all are minds come New Year's Eve. Goal setting (aka New Year's Resolutions). As I have written before in one of my blog posts, setting goals is as important to your … [Read more...]

Trust -- A belief that something is true and trustworthy. Certainty, assurance, reliance. Trust is important in all relationships; from parents to relatives, friends and even our pets. If we start to distrust them the relationship begins to break down. What is happening in … [Read more...]