Although I have numerous acquaintances and very good friends, there have been times in my life when I have spent time alone.  A time when no other adults or friends were around.  On one hand, I treasure the time I have had alone, and at the same time, it was always a challenge. I remember feeling very alone while getting my master’s degree.  I was in a dorm filled with graduate students, primarily those studying law.  I had friends and people all around, but I still managed to feel alone.  I was not lonely, I was too busy studying…

Somehow God has always shown me ways for which I can be very grateful for all that I have been dealt.  When things appeared to be unsettled or off track, I have always found a path that brought me back to a grateful place.   Feeling fenced in? What is it that makes us wonder what it would be like to have something different than what we have chosen or the life we have been dealt with?  To want something different in life than what we currently have been experiencing.  A different job, better health, more suitable spouse, more caring children…

We are quickly approaching a day that for many people is filled with expectations.  Some of our expectations are realistic and some are not so realistic.  Although I have high expectations for myself, I work hard at not forcing those expectations on others.  It is not that I set the bar low for others; but when I don’t have preconceived expectations, I find myself grateful and able to enjoy the moment. Clearly, there are commitments, job requirements, etc, where a level of expectation is necessary.  However, I am writing about daily preconceived expectations.    My expectations of my husband were…

So often I stumble over the question, do I go to the hospital to visit someone who is sick?   Every case is different, there are no rules, and there are so many variables in the equation of “to visit or not to visit” someone who is in the hospital.  For me, I usually ask myself three questions:  Am I following the patient’s request?  Am I supporting the family or caregiver?  Have I prayed for the right opportunity to bless the patient or family? Am I following the patient’s request? There have been numerous times in my life when…