Responding to abrasive people requires patience, gentleness, and love, none of which are easy.
Category: Health/Wellness
When Regret Knocks After 60: What to Do When You Can’t Go Back
Regret isn’t always about mistakes. Often, it’s about missed moments, unspoken words, or paths not taken.
A New Year’s Challenge
My pastor recently taught through 1 John. When addressing 1 John 3:17, he challenged us to ask: “Has my material wealth blessed anyone else?” I believe the verse can be extended beyond material wealth to include our skills, talents, and abilities. As we move into a new year, I challenge you to watch for those who have a need you can fill. Use your resources to bless someone else. It is something you can do.
The Highlight Reel vs. Reality
When you look at others’ social media posts or Christmas cards, realize that they are merely their highlight reel—they are counting their blessings. Their day-to-day reality may be very different. Even if you are currently in a tough place, look for the good things. Create your own highlight reel that makes you smile.
New Year, Fresh Canvas
Stretching beyond what is familiar requires pushing ourselves, risking failure, and embracing fresh concepts.
After Christmas, “I Do Not Care” Club—of Freedom
I want to make something very clear right up front: I am not a Grinch. I promise. I love Christmas. I really do. The lights, the memories, the meaning—all of it. It’s all so rich and happy making. But after more than 30 years of doing all the things, I have officially joined what I lovingly…
Is A Healthier And Delicious Thanksgiving Possible?
The holiday season is upon us, and you know what that means … food, food, and more food!! They say the average Thanksgiving meal consists of over 2,500 calories and can go up to well over 4,000. Cutting a few calories here and there is easy with my “Holiday Deliciousness” cookbook (request cookbook here). In this…
Your Body, God’s Temple: How I Found New Energy After 60 (Without Diets, Guilt, or Gym Memberships)
Not long after I turned 60. I started asking deeper questions—not just about how I looked, but about how I felt. Was I moving through life with strength? Could I walk without aching? Could I keep up with my grandkids—or even my own calling?
Three Ways to Start Living and Stop Settling in Your Life Right Now!
your life is happening now—not someday. Don’t let comfort or exhaustion steal your moments. You deserve to live fully, right now. And you get to decide.
Striving vs Serving: The Mindset Shift Every Christian Woman Needs
The price of the striving mindset can be high. We see it all the time, with broken marriages, depression, over drinking, overeating. You may think I’m being dramatic, but we see it all the time.