We can become so used to taking what people give us that we become unable to ask for what we want. I told someone I’d give her two thousand dollars to do a service for me. She said she’d house-sit and clean my house. I asked her if she really wanted to clean to which … Continue reading
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When You Are Unaware of Your Talent, You Can’t Offer A Gift
“Your talent is God’s gift to you. What you do with it is your gift back to God.” ~Leo Buscaglia Answer these questions in the comments: What is your talent? What is your gift? And, yes, we ALL have one. 😉 Your Sister, Continue reading
Stop Checking The Box
I love reading things that change the way I relate to people and in turn enhance my relationships. Today while scrolling through my Facebook timeline, I saw an article that will change my conversations forever. This article was originally featured on Momastery, then The Huffington Post, and now here! You know it’s a good article … Continue reading
How To Balance Twelve Nails On One Nail & Why It Looks Like Christianity
This weekend at church we were all given the task of balancing twelve nails on one nail. Initially, we said, “Yeah, right!” After we had all completed the task, we were asked to think of how twelve nails balanced on one nail might represent the church. Each table chose a spokesperson to share their ideas. … Continue reading
A Woman’s Life Hangs In The Balance: Will You Share Your Story?
This past week I spoke at the Christian Women’s Small Business Association monthly meeting. (Read about it here!) The unofficial topic was “Speak Up”. The president of the CWSBA Guam chapter, Bernice McGill spoke on Esther. In case you’re not familiar with Esther, I’ll paraphrase her story. Esther was a Jew being raised by her … Continue reading
100 Questions to Inspire Rapid Self-Discovery & Understanding: Q&A #2
A short while ago, I met a church member at a coffee house to sit and chit chat. I see her every Sunday and we’re Facebook “friends” but had never had a real conversation. So, I invited her to “coffee.” And, by “coffee” I mean vanilla bean cream frapps. I’m asking the usual questions What do … Continue reading
Trade Your Fear for Gratitude & Unshakable Faith
Joy is the most vulnerable emotion we experience. -Dr. Brene Brown I recently started a new job. My friends keep asking, “How’s the job going?” My reply is always the same, “I think I really like it, but I don’t want to jinx myself.” Although that is the truth, I never feel right … Continue reading
What’s the Value of a Good Girlfriend?
The passing of my friend Tashia made me email someone I haven’t spoken to in over a year. I told her I’d like to try to mend our friendship. Life is short. She said she felt the same. The early death of a friend can have that effect on you. A few months ago, a friend … Continue reading
100 Questions to Inspire Rapid Self-Discovery & Understanding: Q&A #1
A short while ago, I met a church member at a coffee house to sit and chit chat. I see her every Sunday and we’re Facebook “friends” but had never had a real conversation. So, I invited her to “coffee.” And, by “coffee” I mean vanilla bean cream fraps. I’m asking the usual questions What … Continue reading
You’re Stressing Too Much: Chilleth Outeth Sayeth the Lord
My husband and I were on vacation last week and while deep in thought I began to pray. My prayer started out pretty chill. Lord, thank you so much for the opportunity. And, before I knew it I was a full-blown mess. Gooooooddddddddd, we reeeeaaallly want x, y, and z. And, Loooorrrddd, I know that you hear my prayers. That’s … Continue reading