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We Are Designed to be Challenged

When have you been happiest in your life? Seriously, take a minute to think back and recall when you felt the most alive and thriving. When did you get out of bed in the morning and look forward to the tasks ahead?  When did you feel that you had purpose?  Do you have at least …

Focus Like Grandma – In the Kitchen

This past weekend, we celebrated my grandmother’s 90th birthday.  She is a joyful, feisty woman with a servant’s heart and a contagious laugh – all packed in a 5 foot frame.  I absolutely adore her. I have been thinking a lot lately about how different our child-rearing time of life is from those of our …

To Write or to Type: That is the Question.

I’m a sucker for a new gadget!  As an Information Systems Consultant in my “previous life”- before kids – I embraced new technologies.   Sometimes for their own sake and creativity.  I still enjoy experimenting with new gadgets and apps, especially those that can actually save me time or effort. But I also know that …

Do the Important Things – Part 2

In my last post, Do the Important Things – Part 1 , I wrote about some things we can do to make it easier for us to step toward our goals.  This post is a continuation of that topic. We are creatures of habit.  Some habits move us toward our goals and are in line with our …

Do the Important Things – Part 1

Separating what is important from what’s not is half the battle on the journey to change.  In these times of constant distraction and endless opportunity, it is easy to get drawn into the fear of missing out and fill our schedules so full that there is no time or energy to prioritize. After you have …

What’s in Store for you This Season?

Today is an exciting day.  You will take your first step toward some positive changes.  Do you have your list of goals?  If not, check the previous post in this series here.  If so, today we’re going to select a few to work on and start taking action.  These first steps can change the trajectory of …

Moving Toward Your Calling

So, how did it go?  What areas of your life did you feel God calling you to change? If you have no idea what I’m talking about, take a minute to read my last post when I challenged you to spend some time praying and seeking God’s direction. Do you feel that you are entering into …

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Time is Life

You’ve heard the saying, “Time is money.” Well, I would argue that time has a far greater worth. You can make more money, but you cannot make time! Time is NOT money. Time is life. Our lives are composed of the minutes, days, and years that God has given us on this earth. Do you …