Tag: sharing
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The Sick Side Of The Domino Effect
Who plans for this stuff? Nobody. Insidious germs, however, are a fact of life. Things that come upon us unaware, and strike when we least expect them. I’m talking about the flu. Two of our children with their kids are staying with us presently; the cousins are having a blast playing with each other. […]
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Space And Grace To Count The Cost
I truly love people. An extrovert by nature, my happy place is being with folks I care about. This disclaimer needed to be made because right now I’m yearning for alone time. Quiet. Not a typical attitude for me. As a matter of fact, I often get uncomfortable and antsy when I’m alone too long. […]
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The Many Faces Of Joy
You know when you’ve got it. It’s not based on circumstances, possessions or possible activities. Those can all disappoint after a time. It’s centered around great relationships that you can count on. Those people who graciously provide satisfaction and delight with their presence that’s beyond what’s happening around you. True joy. It comes from […]
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How Big Is Our Table?
With six kids, we’re often in a place where we’ve needed to add another seat to the table. Friends would get invited last minute. People would still be around at meal time. John and I learned early that it didn’t matter what we served if we served it with kindness and an attitude of joy. […]
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When The Elephant In The Room Is Laughing
With all the different parties happening this time of year, one of my favorites includes those where white elephant gifts are exchanged. That delightful time when you can hunt through your home for those wonderful treasures you hated to pitch but would thoroughly enjoy gifting as a joke. The term “white elephant” has morphed in […]
Tip of My Iceberg 