My daughter was spontaneously asked to describe her family in one word; she chose the word “chill” which I will redefine as peaceful. What she doesn’t know is that I work at maintaining a life that allows us as a family to “chill.” That allows us in this busy world to take the time to recharge the body and mind. Rest is, of course, a component of our relaxing environment, but none of us require an excess of sleep. My children rarely took naps when they were young. For our family, our home is a place to recharge. Not…
In my opinion, one of the most difficult things to do is to let go of control. To let go of accomplishing my dreams, and my way, and allow myself to trust in faith that my intended path will take me to far greater places. I know that I have to be willing to let go of my specific wants and dreams to be blessed with far more than I ever could imagine. I don’t feel as though I have given up on my dreams. I altered my dreams, walked in faith down paths that I would not have…
A true friend is something to be cherished. To me, it is a friend who doesn’t require anything of you. A person who loves you for who you are not who they want you to become. Someone who is there for the celebrations and is happy for you, and is there for the disappointments and is willing to listen. My children have asked me, “Who’s your best friend?” The term best friend is hard for me to define. But I certainly know my true friends. It is my hope that my true friends know that friendship is reciprocal…
The message I heard loud and clear this week is to be the light. Shine a light on those around you, share hope, and radiate love. I have shared Dr. Issam Nemeh’s words of wisdom in several blogs. This past week I listened to a message where he encouraged us to shine and bring hope to others, particularly during this difficult time. At a time when anger, hate, fear, and depression are on the rise, it is a priority to continue to love others. Dr. Nemeh highlighted three areas of concentration; surrender everything to Jesus, have true faith, and…