“When someone shows you who they are, believe them the first time. People know themselves much better than you do. That’s why it’s important to stop expecting them to be something other than who they are.” Dr. Maya Angelou Shout out to the late great Dr. Maya Angelou for this tremendous and profound observation ofContinue reading “Character EXPOSED in Crisis”
Category Archives: faith
Forgiveness is Powerful
Lets talk – forgiveness. Ironically since I last shared with you, I received an unusual number of calls from friends who were struggling with forgiving and forgiveness or trying to grasp a practical understanding about forgiveness. The core of our discussions was they understood forgiveness in theory yet found it difficult to reconcile in practice.Continue reading “Forgiveness is Powerful”
HOPE on Valentine’s Day
But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not be faint. Isaiah 40:31 (New International Version-NIV) When I first started drafting this post, it escaped me it would go public on Valentine’s Day. IContinue reading “HOPE on Valentine’s Day”
Recovering From Heartbreak
“God sure spared you from that one”. S. These words ring true today just as they did three months ago when I heard them. I did not want to hear those words. Yet, the truth was it reminded me of the potentially life-changing mistake I could have made had I married him. That admission isContinue reading “Recovering From Heartbreak”
Are You There God? It’s Me, Linda.
Have you ever been in situations that have led you to doubt your ability to survive? Perhaps, you have second-guessed your steps because you are moving too fast or not fast enough. In those cases, you may have had to rely solely on your gut or on instinct. There may not be a family memberContinue reading “Are You There God? It’s Me, Linda.”
What Have You Done for YOU Lately?
Just the other day, I got an email from the Human Resources department of my employer informing me that I had capped out on vacation hours. This meant that as of the last payroll date, I was unable to accrue any additional hours toward my vacation bank. I had to admit I chuckled to myselfContinue reading “What Have You Done for YOU Lately?”
Loss is real!
There is no handbook for when you are born and try as you might, there sure is no handbook for when you die. Funeral homes are known for having pamphlets on deck with beautiful photos of green trees and hills where “your loved one’s may find their final resting place”. They provide at the ready,Continue reading “Loss is real!”
now what, Linda? 