I have a dear friend who’s very difficult to encourage. Nothing I say, nothing I do has any lasting effect on her. I send her an encouraging note about what a great mom she is, and her response is self-deprecating. I send her a care package, and her thank you is flat. Our communication tends…
Spring is my favorite season, which is why I chose to have my birthday in spring. (Insert winky face emoji here.) Granted, some might debate whether or not March 26 can be counted as spring in Michigan, but I’ve claimed the season for my birthday because of HOPE. Michigan’s average temperature on March 26 is…
“The tiny seed knew that in order to grow, it needed to be dropped in the dirt, covered in darkness, and struggle to reach the light.” ~Sandra Kring I greeted the deliveryman with a smile as the rectangular package passed from his hands to mine. I had not ordered anything recently, and the pre-Christmas package…
There is no life worth living without generosity because generosity is a function of abundance mentality. ~Ann Voskamp Have you ever played balloon stomp? Each person has a balloon tied to his or her leg. The object is to pop everyone else’s balloon while keeping your own intact. The last person with a balloon wins….