by Shirley | Nov 21, 2022 | Holiday Traditions, Thanksgiving
As we prepare for Thanksgiving on Thursday this week, let’s take a moment to truly focus on gratitude. In doing so, we bring many benefits to our lives and those around us. It’s been proven that gratitude will boost your mental health and sense of well...
by Shirley | Nov 9, 2022 | Depression, God Is Close To The Broken Hearted
With Daylight Savings comes a variety of changes, not just those on the hands of a clock. We “fell backwards” this past weekend, and in doing so, there is less light for us to enjoy in the evening. It feels like we’re purged into total darkness as...
by Shirley | Nov 8, 2022 | Food For Thought, Intentional Marriage
At the end of October, we held our vow renewal ceremony in our backyard in front of this gazebo that once belonged to my husband’s parents. When his mom passed away five years ago, his father renovated their deck, eliminating the gazebo that had been in place...
by Shirley | Nov 2, 2022 | God Is Close To The Broken Hearted, Insights Into Books That Inspired Me
Maybe you have heard of Anne Wilson or even heard her beautiful song “My Jesus.” Or maybe this is the first time you are hearing of her. Whatever the case, Anne is a Jesus-loving lady that is on fire for Him. Anne and her brother, Jacob, and sister,...
by Shirley | Oct 11, 2022 | Food For Thought
Kindness doesn’t cost a single thing, and yet it is worth more than its weight in gold to the receiver! If you’re having a bad day, it always helps when someone extends kindness and grace. Sometimes you will be so overwhelmed and touched by the...