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20 Oct

The Haves and Have Nots

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While chatting in a friend’s backyard, I noticed a large number of flower pots. Some of the pots had full blooms — evidence of the care they received and their potential. Other pots were flowerless. They either contained dry soil or were empty. The flowering containers were eye-catching. However, the...
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13 Oct

Let Your Different Make A Difference

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Fall is the season of color gone wild. Depending on where you live, it may take a few weeks for the reds, golds, and greens to hit their stride. But it is worth the wait. As I ran a few errands (and mentally did my “Fall is here” happy dance)...
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06 Oct

How Do You Rise and Shine?

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I met a woman who told me she named her son Phoenix. She chose the name because she always wanted him to rise to the occasion. It is a noble idea. Like most parents, I imagine she and her husband are doing their best to equip their son for flight....
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29 Sep

When To Have Tunnel Vision

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Guest Writer Series  I am pleased to introduce Christy Mobley as a guest writer for this week’s post. Christy and I met at a speakers and writers conference last year. I’m glad we did. Her candor and wisdom are an encouragement to me.  I believe her post on “when to have...
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22 Sep

Why Are Your Friends “Your” Friends?

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The Friendship MAPS study is in full swing at The Park Church! This week’s discussion is on Chapter 2: The Vital Exchange. Our focus was on the importance of the friendship dynamic and what threatens the gift exchange between friends. Here’s a recap of what was shared. In my pre-mom...
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