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Customer Service Matters: It’s Why I’m Leaving My Ford Dealership
2023, customer service, life, life stories, reflections, this happened to me

Customer Service Matters: It’s Why I’m Leaving My Ford Dealership

It took a less-than-stellar customer service experience to make me recognize how easy it is to put my trust in unworthy things. Continue reading Customer Service Matters: It’s Why I’m Leaving My Ford Dealership

When Fear Threatens, Remembering God’s Goodness Can Give You Courage
2023, Christianity, life, this happened to me

When Fear Threatens, Remembering God’s Goodness Can Give You Courage

The door had disintegrated like a mini version of the 9-11 twin towers before our eyes — though too fast to see. Would the second “tower” also fall? Continue reading When Fear Threatens, Remembering God’s Goodness Can Give You Courage

The One Thing I Needed to Guarantee My DIY Project Succeeded
2023, Christianity, humorous, life lessons, relationships

The One Thing I Needed to Guarantee My DIY Project Succeeded

The YouTube videos made it look like an easy DIY project. I managed to make framing our bathroom mirrors difficult. A reflection of me? Continue reading The One Thing I Needed to Guarantee My DIY Project Succeeded

This Advice for Daylight Saving Time Would Have Saved Me Money
2023, analogy, Christianity, it happened to me, life

This Advice for Daylight Saving Time Would Have Saved Me Money

Twice a year in the United States, we change our clocks because of Daylight Saving Time, but this year I’m going to make it work for me by doing this. Continue reading This Advice for Daylight Saving Time Would Have Saved Me Money

We Love Him Because He Loved Us First–and Most
2023, Christianity, family, life, memories

We Love Him Because He Loved Us First–and Most

It’s Valentine’s Day and I’m writing about a Christmas long ago. Why? Because it’s all about the love. Continue reading We Love Him Because He Loved Us First–and Most

460 Kid-Friendly Jokes to Break the Tension and Lighten Their Mood
2023, book review, Humor

460 Kid-Friendly Jokes to Break the Tension and Lighten Their Mood

If you want clean humor for your young person that will make you laugh, too, check out this joke book written for kids by a kid. Continue reading 460 Kid-Friendly Jokes to Break the Tension and Lighten Their Mood

Who Wouldn’t Want a Pole in Her Bedroom?
2023, Christianity, Humor, life

Who Wouldn’t Want a Pole in Her Bedroom?

It’s ironic that my husband’s quick — somewhat embarrassing — fix wasn’t so far from the ultimate FIX. Continue reading Who Wouldn’t Want a Pole in Her Bedroom?

The Uncomfortable Step to Healing You Likely Didn’t Consider
2022, Christianity, Health & Fitness, inspiration, reflections, Reflections on Life

The Uncomfortable Step to Healing You Likely Didn’t Consider

It was a series of uncomfortable steps in my healing after surgery, this reduction and eventual removal of the bandages protecting my wound. Continue reading The Uncomfortable Step to Healing You Likely Didn’t Consider

Her Death Was a Good One, But We Weren’t Ready to Say Goodbye
2022, Cats, Death & Loss, life, relationships

Her Death Was a Good One, But We Weren’t Ready to Say Goodbye

Jefferson Starship had it right, “Sara, Sara, no time is a good time for goodbyes…” But Tori, our cat, made the time as ‘good’ as she could. Continue reading Her Death Was a Good One, But We Weren’t Ready to Say Goodbye

I Looked Back at Sorrow and Found God’s Kind Surprise
2022, Death & Loss, life stories, memories, reflections

I Looked Back at Sorrow and Found God’s Kind Surprise

The month of October always causes me to pause and remember Bill. This year, I was able to see God’s kindness in the midst of tragedy. Continue reading I Looked Back at Sorrow and Found God’s Kind Surprise

Is Your Brain Stuck on an Old Script? Here’s How to Embrace Change
2022, Christianity, life, personal growth, Writing Life

Is Your Brain Stuck on an Old Script? Here’s How to Embrace Change

As if on autopilot, I responded to the question the same way I did months ago, before I had training and knew better, so much better. Continue reading Is Your Brain Stuck on an Old Script? Here’s How to Embrace Change

I Failed, But You Can Save Money and Skip These 10 Troubles
2022, Christianity, life, personal growth, self

I Failed, But You Can Save Money and Skip These 10 Troubles

When you have to bite the bullet and purchase a new cell phone, your attempt to save money may lead to troubles you hadn’t intended… Continue reading I Failed, But You Can Save Money and Skip These 10 Troubles

How to Conquer Perfectionism: Granted, My Advice Might Not Be Perfect
2022, Christian life, life, Reflections on Life, self, Writing Life

How to Conquer Perfectionism: Granted, My Advice Might Not Be Perfect

When we’re tempted to look back instead of move forward or fear failing instead of pursuing progress, we must choose to do this instead. Continue reading How to Conquer Perfectionism: Granted, My Advice Might Not Be Perfect

Here’s Why My Blog Site Looks So Different (and You’re Welcome)
2022, blogging, Writing Life

Here’s Why My Blog Site Looks So Different (and You’re Welcome)

If you’re thankful for the website redesign, you are welcome. If you’re here, well, you’re welcome any time. I hope you make this a regular thing. Continue reading Here’s Why My Blog Site Looks So Different (and You’re Welcome)

5 Truths to Encourage You if You’re Feeling Like a Failure
2022, analogy, Christianity, life, self, writing

5 Truths to Encourage You if You’re Feeling Like a Failure

If you feel like a failure though you’re giving it your all, these five spiritual truths will encourage your heart and direct your steps. Continue reading 5 Truths to Encourage You if You’re Feeling Like a Failure

The Self-Esteem Lesson I Learned From Wrapping a Gift Too Creatively
2022, Christianity, life lessons, personal growth, self

The Self-Esteem Lesson I Learned From Wrapping a Gift Too Creatively

You’d think by the time you’re old enough to be a grandparent that you’d have this lesson engraved in your brain. Not so much. Why do we struggle? Continue reading The Self-Esteem Lesson I Learned From Wrapping a Gift Too Creatively

If Your Spouse Doesn’t Share Your Faith, What Do You Do?
2022, Christianity, life, marriage, personal growth, relationships

If Your Spouse Doesn’t Share Your Faith, What Do You Do?

Maybe you and your spouse shared the same faith when you married, but your pursuit of God now looks completely different. Here’s what to do. Continue reading If Your Spouse Doesn’t Share Your Faith, What Do You Do?

This Is How I Want to Age Well
2022, aging, analogy, life, self

This Is How I Want to Age Well

It was the one rose that remained of the exquisite bouquet my husband had given me, but it was enough to impart the message. Continue reading This Is How I Want to Age Well

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