It’s Been a Great Summer
There’s an understanding in the writing world that a blank page can be a writer’s nightmare—whether on an old fashioned typewriter, a notebook, or a computer screen. It’s called writer’s block. Often those dreaded moments can be fed by the belief that one’s writing is unworthy of being read. But in order to move ahead, a writer must strive to battle through the frustration, anxiety, and self-doubt that emanates from the negative experience of the blank page or screen. On the...
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In last month’s post, The Toxic Gossip Train I shared my belief that judging, criticizing, and gossiping are destructive in any situation. This short post dwells on a similar topic: being conscious of how we speak to one another. I believe most of us, if not all of us, are aware of someone who has suffered—emotionally, physically, and perhaps spiritually—by unkind, inconsiderate, and often damaging words. I’m quite sure that none of us would want to be the victim of such an...
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I had lunch at the home of a new friend the other day— I say a new friend because that’s the best way to describe our friendship. We met just a few years ago and when a text is sent or a phone call is made, we put plans into motion to be together. We have much in common: our age, our interest in studying the Bible, our efforts in maintaining a healthy body and mind, and the value of connecting and staying connected with family. We simply enjoy being with one another! As our afternoon...
Read MoreTruth or Fiction
As I reflect back on my previous month’s post (To Quit or Not To Quit), I feel the need to pursue the “quitting” theme once again. There were some who felt that a person should continue on, climb that mountain, as it were, despite the odds, while others felt it was okay to quit, but only for the right reasons. And depending on the circumstances, I believe that either would be the right choice. However, the reason for engaging my thoughts (and yours!) on this topic once again comes from...
Read MoreTo Quit or Not To Quit
“If at first you don’t succeed…then quit!” What! That’s not correct…unless, of course, it’s coming from the mind of a child who is simply unable—or perhaps has no desire— to play a song on the piano for his teacher. Apart from the mountain being too hard to climb, the interest is at point zero. So, he quits. Perhaps it’s coming from the mind of a teenager who’s okay with words and such, but percentages and algebra… well, the grey matter is sadly lacking...
Read MoreThe Need to Pause and Remember
With the busy season of Christmas fast approaching—or perhaps already here!—I felt the need to pause for a moment and reflect on what the season is really all about, or should be all about. Oh, I know that’s not a new concept, it’s just that the general approach to this important and yes, sacred time of the year seems to be anything but what it should be. During this season Santa has often been given credit for providing a holiday away from work and a chance—or an excuse—to...
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