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Do you find yourself stuck and unable to take that big leap toward your goal? A tiny move in the right direction might be all it takes to start real gains. That's my story and I'm sticking to it. Read more on my blog, link in my profile above.
Planning your time in line with your vision and goals is like budgeting your money. It frees you to be your best! Using 90-day planning has changed my life. You can get the details in my blog (link in my profile above).
Life isn't easy. Sometimes it's downright hard. Heartbreaking. Today I want you to know that you can find hope, even on the darkest of days. Let me share my story with you. http://ow.ly/FEu530rwnEZ
A fun #ThrowbackThursday post from 2013. I am an early riser, and a courteous one, sharing a hotel room with a colleague just after Daylight Saving Time began. In this post, I allude to Poe's "The Raven" as I was tapping, tapping by my chamber door. Enjoy my struggle with being an "old fogey" too young. Funny. http://ow.ly/tGjp30rvBA7 #writing
Ever feel as if you're offering your heart on a platter through writing or other talents? It's worse -- more like offering your heart in a glass at a wine-tasting. But it's not all bad. http://ow.ly/NTyr30rvfu2 #writinglife #Christianity #growth
I thought the "we" was a typo. Except it was handwritten -- in my journal. I was conversing with God, who was reminding me that while He calls the "tired and heavy laden" it's to give them His yoke. A yoke intended for labor, yes? But there's room for two. I don't labor alone.

Latest Posts

  • ‘Cloud of Witnesses’ Isn’t Pie in the Sky; It’s Real and It’s Now March 2, 2021
  • This Is Why You Should Make Small Moves in the Right Direction February 23, 2021
  • This Is How Planning Can Give You Freedom February 16, 2021
  • Here’s Why You Can Find Hope in Any Season of Life February 10, 2021
  • How Writing Is Like Offering Wine at a Tasting February 2, 2021

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  • 'Cloud of Witnesses' Isn't Pie in the Sky; It's Real and It's Now
    'Cloud of Witnesses' Isn't Pie in the Sky; It's Real and It's Now
  • The final shade of death: She doesn't have Alzheimer's anymore!
    The final shade of death: She doesn't have Alzheimer's anymore!
  • Return to the river...
    Return to the river...
  • Focus on my father...
    Focus on my father...
  • 5 lessons I learned from a spider not named Charlotte
    5 lessons I learned from a spider not named Charlotte
  • My Brother’s Death Is Not the End of the Story
    My Brother’s Death Is Not the End of the Story
  • This Easter, Why Not Become a 'Whosoever'?
    This Easter, Why Not Become a 'Whosoever'?
  • SCars upon thars...
    SCars upon thars...
  • Snarky and hush...
    Snarky and hush...

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Glimpses of Sara

That would be me.... and, yes, I am smiling behind the mask.
That would be me…. and, yes, I am smiling behind the mask.
The fun before the storm... Little Orange Riding Hood and her sister Trish with unruly, not overly photogenic or cooperative football fans in the background. Did these people not feel the raindrops splashing around us? This was the weekend before the Nightmare with Coughin' began...
The fun before the storm… Little Orange Riding Hood and her sister Trish with unruly, not overly photogenic or cooperative football fans in the background. Did these people not feel the raindrops splashing around us? This was the weekend before the Nightmare with Coughin’ began…
Temporarily pouting, but permanently enlightened!
Temporarily pouting, but permanently enlightened!
My friend Robena and I took a selfie prior to embarking on the Dash for Diabetes 5K Saturday morning.
My friend Robena and I took a selfie prior to embarking on the Dash for Diabetes 5K Saturday morning.
Trish and me 001
Stainless steel frames with progressive, no-line bifocal lenses that are photochromatic and have a premium oleophobic anti-reflective coating for a mere $136.26 shipped to my mailbox in two weeks or less. Zenni, you should hire me to advertise for you.)
Stainless steel frames with progressive, no-line bifocal lenses that are photochromatic and have a premium oleophobic anti-reflective coating for a mere $136.26 shipped to my mailbox in two weeks or less. Zenni, you should hire me to advertise for you.)
My mom with my son Adam and me on Mother's Day 2012.
My mom with my son Adam and me on Mother’s Day 2012.
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A selfie of my mother and I on my last visit.
A selfie of my mother and I on my last visit.
Actually, I was holding the pitchfork, and I wasn't smiling...
Actually, I was holding the pitchfork, and I wasn’t smiling…
Loving being with my husband
Loving being with my husband
Stars upon thar driver licenses...
Stars upon thar driver licenses…
Daughter-in-love and mother-in-love. :)
Daughter-in-love and mother-in-love. :)
My son after his final performance in "Beauty and the Beast." He played both a beast and a prince perfectly... just like in real life. :)
My son after his final performance in “Beauty and the Beast.” He played both a beast and a prince perfectly… just like in real life. :)
Me and my poison ivy--not thrilled with each other even a week after it appeared.
Me and my poison ivy–not thrilled with each other even a week after it appeared.
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So it poured rain the day of commencement, which meant it was a bad hair day. But it was a great day with my new, old friends anyway!
So it poured rain the day of commencement, which meant it was a bad hair day. But it was a great day with my new, old friends anyway!
12 photos in glasses
My dad walked me down the aisle and gave me away, despite my bird's nest hairdo.
My dad walked me down the aisle and gave me away, despite my bird’s nest hairdo.
Spontaneous selifes by way of illustration: The two on the left were done with modern technology, me looking at what would be the mirror image WYWIWYG. The right one, quasi modern, digital smartphone camera but holding it as I would a traditional camera.
Spontaneous selifes by way of illustration: The two on the left were done with modern technology, me looking at what would be the mirror image WYWIWYG. The right one, quasi modern, digital smartphone camera but holding it as I would a traditional camera.
My mom and I when we visited the butterfly museum last summer.
My mom and I when we visited the butterfly museum last summer.
Proud mama and her baby boy
Proud mama and her baby boy
Me, this morning, with the trusty float destined to save me from all the denizens of the deep -- and the shallows.
Me, this morning, with the trusty float destined to save me from all the denizens of the deep — and the shallows.
Adam and I a mere six years ago...
Adam and I a mere six years ago…
(When you're not great at shooting selfies while driving, transform them into sketches.... ) While I did ask my son how I looked before I left for my first day on the job, I didn't think about shooting a photo -- until I reached my first STOP sign. I look more happy than anxious. :)
(When you’re not great at shooting selfies while driving, transform them into sketches…. ) While I did ask my son how I looked before I left for my first day on the job, I didn’t think about shooting a photo — until I reached my first STOP sign. I look more happy than anxious. :)
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How Writing Is Like Offering Wine at a Tasting
blogging, Christianity, talent, writing

How Writing Is Like Offering Wine at a Tasting

Sharing your writing is like offering your heart as wine at a wine-tasting event. You may have people gathered, but your wine is one in a million (or five or thirty) – and not in a good way. Continue reading How Writing Is Like Offering Wine at a Tasting

Is Multitasking Sapping Your Spiritual Strength?
character, Christianity, fitness, humor, life

Is Multitasking Sapping Your Spiritual Strength?

It definitely affected mine I had been going about the business of writing all wrong, and it took a confrontation … Continue reading Is Multitasking Sapping Your Spiritual Strength?

Hurricane Eta Is Messing With My Day at the Beach
Christianity, hurricane, safety, trust, weather

Hurricane Eta Is Messing With My Day at the Beach

But here I am anyway The current hurricane, aka tropical storm, is known simply as Eta, the seventh letter of … Continue reading Hurricane Eta Is Messing With My Day at the Beach

The Best Way to Appreciate a Gift Is to Use It Well
Christianity, inspiration, life lessons, self, writing

The Best Way to Appreciate a Gift Is to Use It Well

Our talents are not our property; we are simply God’s servants stewarding the gifts He has given us by using them well. Continue reading The Best Way to Appreciate a Gift Is to Use It Well

Maybe Your Job Is to Reach the 1 Rather Than the 99
blogging, Christianity, inspiration, writing

Maybe Your Job Is to Reach the 1 Rather Than the 99

Be inspired! You can’t reach even one if you don’t get started My blog has been largely absent of words … Continue reading Maybe Your Job Is to Reach the 1 Rather Than the 99

Is Your Cell Phone Number Being Used in a Scam?
identity theft, phishing, protection, scam

Is Your Cell Phone Number Being Used in a Scam?

Mine is — and I can’t stop it  In March, the IRS contacted me to let me know someone had filed my taxes … Continue reading Is Your Cell Phone Number Being Used in a Scam?

Why ‘Imposter Syndrome’ Is a Good Thing
Christianity, inspiration, relationships

Why ‘Imposter Syndrome’ Is a Good Thing

Christians, celebrate that Jesus makes you free Do you feel like a phony? Do you think that if people unearthed … Continue reading Why ‘Imposter Syndrome’ Is a Good Thing

The Students Have Returned! This Is How I Know
COVID-19, humor, life, schools

The Students Have Returned! This Is How I Know

Traffic! COVID’s shutdown of schools lulled me into thinking my commute could be quick and easy. “Normal” traffic patterns are returning with the students. I’m positive. Continue reading The Students Have Returned! This Is How I Know

Don’t Undervalue Online Education
edtech, education, teaching

Don’t Undervalue Online Education

Digital technology can enhance teaching and learning — if used properly Watching the news accounts pressing for students to return … Continue reading Don’t Undervalue Online Education

Do These Brake Lights Make My Rear Look Big?
character, Christian life, humor, life lessons

Do These Brake Lights Make My Rear Look Big?

And other questions pertaining to the Christian life Nothing is more commanding than brake lights on the vehicle in front … Continue reading Do These Brake Lights Make My Rear Look Big?

COVID-19 Can Bring Out the Best in All of Us
character, life lessons

COVID-19 Can Bring Out the Best in All of Us

In this difficult time, try the Golden Rule. It might provide you the peace you crave. Continue reading COVID-19 Can Bring Out the Best in All of Us

The Coronavirus Is Messing with My Inbox
humor, life, teaching

The Coronavirus Is Messing with My Inbox

The world’s move to online education has driven traffic to a website I created in 2009, resulting in a flood of unwanted emails. Continue reading The Coronavirus Is Messing with My Inbox

My Brother’s Guilty Pleasure Made Me the Guilty One
character, Christian life, family, siblings

My Brother’s Guilty Pleasure Made Me the Guilty One

I left the M&Ms where he couldn’t reach them. I never thought that 1) he would reach them and 2) he would disregard doctor’s orders. Continue reading My Brother’s Guilty Pleasure Made Me the Guilty One

Have You Picked a Word for 2020?
Christian life, inspiration, life lessons, New Year's

Have You Picked a Word for 2020?

I Chose a Phrase Instead: “Jesus, take my head.” “Let me have your head,” the massage therapist told me. She … Continue reading Have You Picked a Word for 2020?

I Am Thankful for All That I Can Take for Granted
inspiration, life, Thanksgiving

I Am Thankful for All That I Can Take for Granted

My losses this year remind me to be thankful for what I take for granted. I don’t want to overlook the blessings I continue to have. Continue reading I Am Thankful for All That I Can Take for Granted

What I Really Want Is Less of Me
character, Christian life, humor, life stories

What I Really Want Is Less of Me

I search for more in all the wrong places when what I really need is less of me and more of Jesus. Continue reading What I Really Want Is Less of Me

How do you know when something is really broken?
aches and pains, aging, character, Christian life, humor

How do you know when something is really broken?

Isn’t it possible for something to get worse in such tiny increments that I fail to recognize “worse” until it’s completely broken? Continue reading How do you know when something is really broken?

When doing good prevents you from doing best
blogging, humor, inspiration, life

When doing good prevents you from doing best

(Or why “sharpening your saw” is so important — no matter what your “saw” might be) I had noticed that … Continue reading When doing good prevents you from doing best

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