Tag: God
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Let It Go, Dad Gum It
I think about myself quite a bit during any given day. I’m not narcissistic, nor self-absorbed. My world isn’t wrapped up in me. It’s a bit unnerving, however, to reflect on how frequently my thoughts go to how I’m doing, how I look, how I’m being received, how I’m impacting others. Rather human of me.…
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Last Time I Checked, It Wasn’t About Me
I love my job. That makes me a bit of an enigma. It’s countercultural when so many are looking to find their niche in life and work in a place they feel valued and necessary. I’ve the distinct privilege of working with folks coming to Orlando from the mission field. Stateside or overseas. Yes, that…
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The Good Memories Are Earned
Dad would have turned 95 yesterday. In a season where recent deaths have reminded me of how grateful I am for the people in my life, I couldn’t stop thinking about Dad on his birthday. Memories of his quirky sense of humor, wise words and unconditional love for me and our family were amplified. He…
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Happiness Is Not A Resolution
The new year has begun. Full of hope and wonder. I flat out refuse to pick a word to define my year. There are too many great possibilities of mental attitudes I want to work on. So I won’t pick any. Instead, I’d like to make it a point to live each day. Really live.…
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Christmas Crazy Aftermath
‘Twas the day after Christmas, and all over the place There was mess galore, not any clean space. The wrappings were tossed in the room without care, In hopes that Mom would pick up without giving the glare. The kids were all playing with things they’d received. Some things were now broken, not made well…
Tip of My Iceberg 