The Excitement of Living in Joy There’s something electric about joy. It lifts our faces, softens our hearts, and stirs something wild and wonderful in our spirits. Living in joy isn’t just about smiling more—it’s about being fully alive, fully present, and...
Finding Happiness in a Field of Dandelions | Inspiration *** This is a sweet story about Finding Happiness in a Field of Dandelions. I know you’ll enjoy reading it. *** As I pulled into a parking spot, I noticed the field beside me was uncut and full of weeds. I...
*** Welcome Spring – A Promise of New Beginnings | Inspiration * The daffodils are waving and the trees are in vibrant bloom. Birds are singing and butterflies are emerging. As nature crawls out of hibernation and we transition from winter into spring, we witness the...
Jesus' Journey to the Cross: A Path of Love and Sacrifice The journey of Jesus to the cross is more than a historical event; it's a powerful story that reflects the depth of God's love for humanity. As you explore this journey, you'll uncover how each step Jesus took...
Is JOY the Road Less Traveled As I thought about the road less traveled, I wondered if that road was the path to joy. This phrase comes from a poem titled, The Road Not Taken, by the American poet, Robert Frost. I recently heard this poem recited during...
True Love Has Come Full Circle 45 Years Later *** Read the story of how two teenagers went their separate ways and then found True Love has come Full Circle 45 Years Later. This article originally appeared in Sasee Magazine in the April 2019 issue. *** Randy and...
*** Kindness Matters - Be kind one to another. When a friend said to me that it seems no one talks about kindness anymore, I knew it was time to update and share this blog. *** Kindness Matters - Be kind one to another ...
11 Ways to Find Joy in Everyday Moments with God Life can feel busy and overwhelming, but there can be a deep sense of joy found in everyday moments. Whether it's during a quiet morning or through a kind gesture, God's presence can bring a joyful heart into the...
Finding Joy In Our Daily Lives - We Might Be Looking In The Wrong Place * As we get older some of us seem to lose the sense of wonder, happiness and joy we experienced as young children. Where did it go? As adults, the pressures we face day after day - job...
12 Greatest Joys of December *** As we enter the Christmas season, I want to share with you The 12 Greatest Joys of December. On social media, I asked for you to share with me your greatest joys for the holiday season. This article is a compilation of your responses....
Enjoy a Joyful Family This Christmas Using These Special Ideas *** Mom is complaining about Dad being late because he couldn’t find his shoes. Billy and Susie are squabbling over a toy. And the burnt pies set off the smoke alarm. Yikes! There is still...
The Goal is JOY We all have times, phases, or seasons in our lives when something goes awry. My time hit me hard at the beginning of this year. In early January, I was having pain across my shoulders and upper back. I thought a warm bath with epsom salts...
10 Ways to Restore Your Joy ********** Have you ever felt like your joy was broken or maybe lost? Recently while cleaning, I knocked this JOY ornament down and it broke. It was just a symbol of joy but it did make me think about how we can restore our broken...
Discover Your Joy 12 Favorite Stories Just below is the Table of Contents from Discover Your Joy. You will see each month has a specific topic. Instead of reading the book through on each day, you may choose to read by topic. After the Table of Contents,...
Watch Your Words - A Short Essay on Toxic Positivity *** Watch Your Words - Thoughts to ponder Have you ever really thought about your vocabulary? Do you use pleasant and kind words when speaking to others? Or is your speech harsh, demeaning, or...
God Commands Us to be Joyful *** In the English Standard Version of the Bible, the words “joy,” “rejoice,” or “joyful” appear a total of 430 times. True fullness of joy comes from knowing Jesus as your Lord and Savior. You can share your...
Finding Hope Through Resilience *** After a recent mammogram, Emily received a call to meet with her doctor. As she suspected, her test results showed breast cancer. She listened intently to all the information and the next steps. As she was leaving the...
Messages from Max *** The LORD said to Satan, “The LORD rebuke you, Satan! The LORD, who has chosen Jerusalem, rebuke you! Is not this man a burning stick snatched from the fire?” Zechariah 3:2 NIV *** I have a dear friend, Max, who...
When Will the Waves Stop: Can Anxiety and Gratitude Coexist in our Minds and Bodies *** My young niece was playing at the edge of the ocean and the waves kept rolling in. She just wanted to play in the water and not be disturbed by the waves. Finally, she...
Use my 3-3-3 Method to Calm Your Anxiety (I am not a physician or a mental health professional. This is my own process to calm my late-night anxiety.) *** A few nights ago, worry had consumed my mind. I lay wide awake knowing sleep would not come easily...
5 Motivational Tips to Embrace the Power of Gratitude *** We already know that expressing gratitude is a daily activity for all year round. However, since November is National Gratitude Month, I want to talk with you about 5 Motivational Tips to Embrace the Power of...
