“Maybe it won’t work out. But maybe seeing if it does will be the best adventure ever.” the single woman Is it possible to meet “Mr. Right” at this point in my life? Can I fall in love in my 50’s? These are the two questions women in their prime dating lives will ever dareContinue reading “DATING If Over 50”
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Is Your Sacrifice Born from Duty or Love?
“Great achievement is usually born of great sacrifice, and is never the result of selfishness.” Napoleon Hill I have made many sacrifices in my life. I’ve witnessed others make sacrifices, as well. I have used my love for the guy as the barometer for how willing I was to sacrifice for him in my romanticContinue reading “Is Your Sacrifice Born from Duty or Love?”
Who is steering the SHIP in your relationships?
If you want something you’ve never had, you have to do something you’ve never done. Thomas Jefferson What makes this absolutely positively freaking amazing auntie’s day are the eye-opening conversations I have with my niece and nephew. They are of adult age and have such interesting perspectives on life and love. I believe the combinationContinue reading “Who is steering the SHIP in your relationships?”
Character EXPOSED in Crisis
“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”
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”
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?”
…now what, Linda? This blog.
On the day my little sister was born – May 24 – my life truly began. My core purpose was in devotion to my sister. In that moment, I became her confidant, protector, interpreter, cheerleader, soundboard, advocate, her big sister. For the better part of our early years, we were inseparable. Sure, we were 2Continue reading “…now what, Linda? This blog.”
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? 