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Some of our most memorable moments are captured when we get the privilege of experiencing unfiltered beauty. We stand mesmerized at the stunning rawness. We breathe it in with wonder and question if it’s been sculpted and eroded by the elements or if this is the unedited version. The terrain exists on display in its…
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The dawn of a new year is akin to a divine whisper, a gentle reminder of the boundless possibilities that lie ahead. It carries within it the profound assurance of God’s unwavering presence, His grace weaving through the fabric of time, offering solace, strength, and unending love. In moments of uncertainty, the promises of God…
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Gratitude, like a radiant sunbeam breaking through the clouds on a stormy day, has the power to illuminate our lives and fill our hearts with warmth. It is a practice that, when embraced with sincerity, can transform our perspective and bring about a profound shift in the way we experience the world. In a fast-paced…
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I spotted a beautiful friend across a crowded room today. My first impression…she looks exceptionally stunning today. Our group time dismissed and and I heard her call from behind me. I walked towards her, and as our conversation ensued, she leaned in and whispered in my ear, “I feel so inadequate in all areas today.”…
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Started my day listening to a sermon on the power of anger in relationships. I have viewed anger as a destructive and negative emotion that is often difficult to control or suppress. I was challenged today to consider anger in a more positive light as an agent of change. The sermon actually suggested that anger…
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Pondering today about the seasons that existed before the world shut down in 2020. There was a predictable pattern to the days. There were routines. There was a warm familiarity to life. The pattern and sequence has be replaced with disruption and confusion. The new rhythm causes me to shudder and brace — preparing for…
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When I launched my blog site back in the Spring, I had visions of having time to pursue a new hobby and dabbling a bit in writing about the most authentic parts of life. My relationship with time is a love/hate relationship. I make my plans and time shifts to attend to other things. In…
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I have been asked to participate in an interview tomorrow. Not a job interview. This is a “get to know you” kind of scenario. I was given some idea that the questions are pulled from topics like “family,” “travel” and “hobbies.” The stories about family and travel are easily accessible. I’ve spent the better part…
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I sit across from you and hear you speak. Unknowingly, you cast a word or a phrase my way that stings on my flesh. Your words are delivered with a curt sharpness. There is an absence of warmth and a disrespect of courtesy. You exercise the freedom to speak directly about my value — alerting…
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The clock keeps ticking. The sun comes up and goes down. The rhythm of the day marches on. Busyness is the metronome. Many days I wonder if people take time to stop and take notice of the fog that has rolled in. Some days its thick blanketing veils the beauty of the view and distorts…
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The past few years have been plagued with fear, anxiety, dissention and isolation. In contrast to the norm happening around me, I was busy celebrating. I found myself surrounded by extra down time, a slower pace, more concentrated time with family and time to attend to my health and well-being. It may have been the…
“Owning our story can be hard but not nearly as difficult as spending our lives running from it. Embracing our vulnerabilities is risky but not nearly as dangerous as giving up on love and belonging and joy—the experiences that make us the most vulnerable. Only when we are brave enough to explore the darkness will we discover the infinite power of our light.” – Brené Brown
Braving Authenticity
Embracing the Journey
Braving Authenticity 