Friends It’s a new day! Let us begin it with our confident hope! +++ “I pray that God, the source of hope, will fill you completely with joy and peace because you trust in him. Then you will overflow with confident hope through the power of the Holy Spirit.” Romans 15:13 - NLT How do … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Uncertainty
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Monday Motivation: You Are There
Friends Where are you this morning? Is your soul treading upon the heights, your upturned face warmed by rays of golden light? Are you rejoicing at the dawn of a new day? Are you basking in the glow of your blessings? Perhaps you are sinking in the depths of a murky sea. Are you weighed … Continue reading Monday Motivation: You Are There
Monday Motivation: Can This Be Real?
Friends Happy Easter! He is risen! He is risen indeed! My father once told me that Easter was the most important day of the year, even more important than Christmas. The resurrection is the foundation of our faith. Therefore, I could not let Easter pass without sending a message of hope and encouragement. While my … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Can This Be Real?
Monday Motivation: Rain
Friends How’s the weather where you are? In my part of North Carolina, the name of the game this summer is rain. Lots of it! Still, rain or not, I continue to greet the morning in my glider on the front porch, taking the time to rock and reflect. I love listening to the pitter-patter … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Rain
Monday Motivation: Struggles
Friends It has been quite a challenging week for my family. My much-beloved father was taken to the Emergency Room early last Monday and was subsequently admitted for a bloodstream infection, also known as sepsis, which, in turn, caused an exacerbation of his heart failure. The infection was quite serious, as was the fluid overload. … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Struggles
Monday Motivation: A Little Mischief
Friends Not only did I know the love of two fabulous grandmothers, but when I married, I was blessed with two more. Today, I give you a glimpse of the incredible lady we affectionately called “Grandma Pike.” +++ “Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the Lord is to be … Continue reading Monday Motivation: A Little Mischief
Monday Motivation: Pool Time
Friends It’s the start of summer for school children across the nation, time to play summer sports and enjoy some fun in the sun. These early June days always remind me of my happy times as a “Pool Mom,” coordinating our summer league swim team and watching over my little boy as he paddled through … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Pool Time
Monday Motivation: Share Your Story
Friends Exciting News! The audiobook version of my personal memoir, “Rough Places Smooth: Moments In A Journey Through Blindness,” is now available on Audible, iTunes, and Amazon! Yay! I am so thrilled! My book was published in August 2022 as a softcover, Kindle eBook, and on Kindle Unlimited. To date, wee have sold more than … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Share Your Story
Monday Motivation: Catch It!
Friends On this Memorial Day, may we take a moment to pause and remember the fallen, the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. May we remember their sacrifice and honor their memory. Memorial Day weekend marks the official start of summer in America, and that makes me think … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Catch It!
Monday Motivation: Clouds
Friends It’s been a stormy week for our family with health issues for our beloved parents. As I navigated these storms this week, I recalled this story about my maternal grandmother. It seemed a good reminder to me right now, and I thought it might be a good one for you as well. +++ Be … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Clouds
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