September, 2017 - Joy to the Soul

26 Sep

The Value of A Lesson Learned

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In Difficult Times, Lessons I've Learned (so far) Series

Portuguese lessons were a perk at my preschool. Decades ago, the few words I spoke impressed my older siblings. They marveled as I grew interested in something other than my dolls and my new puppy. I was far from fluent. But in time, my foreign vocabulary and my confidence began...

20 Sep

Would You Live In A Tiny House?

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Living With Purpose

Would you live in a tiny house? It’s the question for buyers on the popular HGTV show, Tiny House Hunters. I’m a fan of House Hunters featuring traditional sized homes. So when the pint-sized version appeared a while back, I watched a few episodes. At first, I was underwhelmed. There...

13 Sep

My Summer Reflections on Race, Romance and Reaching Our Potential – Part 3

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Summer Reflection Series

When my son was small, his feet often stepped on mine. But this summer Ryan’s feet walked through the door to his first job. The hands that once wielded a light saber with precision began to scoop cookie dough. This mother’s heart is both proud and prayerful. My almost 16-year-old...

05 Sep

My Summer Reflections on Race, Romance and Reaching Our Potential – Part 2

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Summer Reflection Series

As Brady and I sat in a restaurant on Wrightsville beach, we saw a couple getting married. Vibrant colors of red and fuchsia beamed from their wedding party, accented by the young couple’s smiles. The quickly approaching sunset was a flawless setting for the start of their married lives. It...

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Month: September 2017

The Value of A Lesson Learned

Would You Live In A Tiny House?

My Summer Reflections on Race, Romance and Reaching Our Potential – Part 3

My Summer Reflections on Race, Romance and Reaching Our Potential – Part 2

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