Category: Encouragement

“Seize the Daylight”

It is that time of year again. The second Sunday of March approaches, and with it, the familiar, often dreaded, biannual ritual of changing our

“Divine Amnesia”

Has someone ever forgotten about you, or forgotten to fulfill a request you made of them? It can be very difficult for us when someone

“Small Acts, Big Impact”

February 17th is National Random Acts of Kindness Day, a day dedicated to spreading warmth and goodwill through unexpected, small gestures. While it is a popular

“Near You for 74 Years”

This blog is a repost from February 8, 2022, on my parents’ 74th anniversary. Dad died in August 2022, so that was the last anniversary

“When Snow Days Melt Away”

Snow days are disappearing. Thanks to remote learning technology normalized during the pandemic, many school districts now default to virtual instruction when winter weather strikes.

“When Storms Come”

I must admit that I spent too much time watching The Weather Channel this past week as forecasters predicted the bombardment of snow, sleet, ice,

“The Day Most People Give Up”

Today, the second Friday in January, is International Quitters Day. It is the day when most people abandon their New Year’s resolutions. Research suggests that

“Anticipating Christmas”

Christmas Eve has always been my favorite day of the year, for many reasons, but most of all because of the anticipation associated with it! As

“Wreaths of Honor”

As the holiday season approaches, many families begin decorating their homes, shopping for gifts, and preparing festive meals. Yet, amidst these joyful activities, a profoundly