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29 Jan

Change, Challenges and Choices

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In Difficult Times,  Relationships
When change knocks on my door, I know challenge is not far behind it. Whether a pleasant surprise shifts my life in a desirable direction or a painful process begins, there are plenty of adjustments to make. Here’s a quick tour through mine. A few weeks ago, our only child...
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11 Dec

Kindness: Generosity Matters

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The Fruit of The Spirit in Christmas
During my husband’s time in the Marine Corps, we arrived at a new duty station weeks before Christmas. A family invited us over for holiday dinner. I don’t recall the menu. However, their generosity stays with me. Being in their home made me feel like kindness was a natural part...
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12 Jun

The Forever in a Father’s Love

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Affirmation
In my growing up years, three claps and a cheer signaled my firefighting dad was home. His applause was my cue to run and jump into his arms. It was our daddy-daughter celebration. As he completed another shift as a first responder, I welcomed his arrival and his affirmation. People...
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01 May

My First Contact with The Racism Virus

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In Difficult Times
At 9, I had an up-close and personal look at the racial divide. It happened during my family’s trip to a suburban Chicago shopping mall. As we exited a large department store, another child got my attention. He was with his family too. I wondered if he was just as...
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27 Mar

Becoming More Transparent

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Affirmation,  BECOMING More Series
As I continue my Lenten reflection on 3 Ways to Focus on Renewal, the last two weeks we focused on renewing the mind with Gods Word. This week's post begins our focus on renewing our yield to His will. A national talk show host recently revealed she lives in a...
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