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26 Jan

Growing A Friendship from Bud to Bloom

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Growing A Friendship Series
Kindred spirit. Sidekick. Buddy. Whatever we call our friends, we often turn to them for advice. They have our backs and we have theirs. But close friendships donโ€™t just happen. At some point, we become intentional about developing and maintaining a bond. I was reminded of this truth as I...
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12 Jan

A Tale of Two Chairs

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A few months ago, I decided to replace my dining room chairs.ย  I thought it would be a simple task. ย I assure you it was not. There were so many choices.  And yet, deep down inside I knew my family and friends just want good conversation, a delicious meal and...
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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 weekโ€™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. Hereโ€™s a recap of what was shared. In my pre-mom...
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09 Jun

The Messy (or Magnificent) Middle

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In Difficult Times,  Relationships
I often dash into the grocery store without a list.  I know, big mistake.  The perimeter of the store contains the healthiest choices.  The produce, meats, and dairy departments provide a path for the wise shopper.  However list-less customers like me often land in the inner aisles where the other...
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12 May

The Beauty of a Boundary

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As I walked through my neighborhood a few months ago, I encountered a Great Dane. It wasnโ€™t a matter of who would blink first. It was a question of who would run first. I didnโ€™t know if he was aggressive, but I knew I was vulnerable. The dog took a...
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14 Apr

What do you crave the most?

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Sidetracked or Sincere?
Tortilla crusted fish is good — really good. I love the taste of the tortilla crumbs coating my tilapia or trout. The restaurant version is best. But I’ve also tried the grocery store variety. You could say tortilla crusted fish is my latest craving. Chances are you have your favorite...
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03 Feb

The Maximum Impact Series,1 of 3

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The Maximum Impact Series
Making Maximum Impact February is a short month but it’s packed with significance. This month we observe President’s Day, Black History, and Valentine’s Day. The focus on leadership, legacy, and love inspires me because they share a common thread. They each determine the impact we have on others. There is...
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06 Jan

The Power of a Pre-decision

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Happy New Year!  2015 is here and depending on your celebration, it came with a ball drop, cork pop, praise, or deep reflection.  One very common tradition involves making resolutions.  Do you have any?  We may choose to write them down or tell them to family or friends.  In either...
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