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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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    The final shade of death: She doesn't have Alzheimer's anymore!
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    'Cloud of Witnesses' Isn't Pie in the Sky; It's Real and It's Now
  • Is Your Cell Phone Number Being Used in a Scam?
    Is Your Cell Phone Number Being Used in a Scam?
  • SCars upon thars...
    SCars upon thars...
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    Like a pedicure in winter...
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    I have succumbed...

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Glimpses of Sara

(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. :)
A selfie of my mother and I on my last visit.
A selfie of my mother and I on my last visit.
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!
Adam and I a mere six years ago...
Adam and I a mere six years ago…
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.
Actually, I was holding the pitchfork, and I wasn't smiling...
Actually, I was holding the pitchfork, and I wasn’t smiling…
Daughter-in-love and mother-in-love. :)
Daughter-in-love and mother-in-love. :)
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My mom and I when we visited the butterfly museum last summer.
My mom and I when we visited the butterfly museum last summer.
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.
Stars upon thar driver licenses...
Stars upon thar driver licenses…
Loving being with my husband
Loving being with my husband
Proud mama and her baby boy
Proud mama and her baby boy
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.)
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…
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. :)
12 photos in glasses
Temporarily pouting, but permanently enlightened!
Temporarily pouting, but permanently enlightened!
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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.
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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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.
That would be me.... and, yes, I am smiling behind the mask.
That would be me…. and, yes, I am smiling behind the mask.
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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.

Category: Live

‘Cloud of Witnesses’ Isn’t Pie in the Sky; It’s Real and It’s Now
Christian life, COVID-19, life, relationships, technology

‘Cloud of Witnesses’ Isn’t Pie in the Sky; It’s Real and It’s Now

The cloud has been a way for us to meet face to face without sharing germs. It’s also a way to cross generations, cultures, and distance to connect. Continue reading ‘Cloud of Witnesses’ Isn’t Pie in the Sky; It’s Real and It’s Now

This Is Why You Should Make Small Moves in the Right Direction
Christianity, life, life lessons, personal growth, self, writing

This Is Why You Should Make Small Moves in the Right Direction

Have you ever felt stuck? Unable to move forward? An experience at a traffic light moved me into gear so I could get this body in motion. Continue reading This Is Why You Should Make Small Moves in the Right Direction

This Is How Planning Can Give You Freedom
Christianity, life, planning, writing

This Is How Planning Can Give You Freedom

Creating goals and action steps makes me realize that I can best number my days by numbering my hours. I’m trying to live them with intention, which requires planning. Continue reading This Is How Planning Can Give You Freedom

Here’s Why You Can Find Hope in Any Season of Life
Christianity, grief, life, memories, self

Here’s Why You Can Find Hope in Any Season of Life

I share some tender scenes in my life so that you can know that God offers hope in your darkest hour. If you can’t reach out to Him, ask Him to reach out to you. Continue reading Here’s Why You Can Find Hope in Any Season of Life

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

Obstacles Can Confirm You’re on the Right Path
Christianity, humor, marriage, writing

Obstacles Can Confirm You’re on the Right Path

I had wanted to attend that virtual retreat. I felt doing so was to protect the call of God in my life. I think Satan thought so too – and so he did everything in his power to prevent me from attending. Continue reading Obstacles Can Confirm You’re on the Right Path

Finding Your Vision Might Start with Finding Your Word
Christianity, life, self, writing

Finding Your Vision Might Start with Finding Your Word

My search for a vision for my writing life in 2021 is starting with my word of the year: satisfied. Why? Because God alone can satisfy. I need to live that. Continue reading Finding Your Vision Might Start with Finding Your Word

What’s in the Cards for You in 2021?
Christianity, life, New Year's, self, writing

What’s in the Cards for You in 2021?

I’m approaching 2021 as I would the card game: Twenty One. God is my dealer, and I’m asking Him to “hit me” with additional cards to give me a winning hand. Maybe you want to play too? Continue reading What’s in the Cards for You in 2021?

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?

Create Boundaries to Protect Your Most Precious Possession: Time
Christianity, life, self, writing

Create Boundaries to Protect Your Most Precious Possession: Time

An object lesson God used to drive that point home “The outside excitement is calling you,” God said to me … Continue reading Create Boundaries to Protect Your Most Precious Possession: Time

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

My Marketing Job Has a Holy Goal: Reach 1 in 100
blogging, Christianity, life, life stories, work life, writing

My Marketing Job Has a Holy Goal: Reach 1 in 100

Who knew mimicking Jesus would be part of a career in tech transfer? “Thy words were found and I ate … Continue reading My Marketing Job Has a Holy Goal: Reach 1 in 100

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

This Is Why You Should Make Your Virtual Event Hybrid
event planning, events, virtual events

This Is Why You Should Make Your Virtual Event Hybrid

If your event is for people who don’t have a personal relationship with your office, keep your virtual event strictly virtual. But if not… Continue reading This Is Why You Should Make Your Virtual Event Hybrid

What Not to Do When You Host a Virtual Event
event planning, events, humor, virtual events

What Not to Do When You Host a Virtual Event

“All this for a virtual event!” my wonderful marketing assistant had said it best a week before. She had gazed at her once-sparse office now loaded with box after box. Continue reading What Not to Do When You Host a Virtual Event

Just Above the ‘Window to the Soul’ Is the Truth Teller
aging, beauty tips, humor, it happened to me, life, self

Just Above the ‘Window to the Soul’ Is the Truth Teller

Your eyebrows are telling your secrets. Unfortunately, taming them so they don’t tell all requires time and talent and too much cash. Continue reading Just Above the ‘Window to the Soul’ Is the Truth Teller

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

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