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You Be the Judge

November 29, 2022November 29, 2022 / KarenS. / Leave a comment

"Your judgements about another person say more about your own character than the character of the person you are pointing a finger at." ~ Alaric Hutchinson Photo by EKATERINA BOLOVTSOVA on Pexels.com It's amusing in this day and age of "reality" shows to realize how many people feel they have the right to pass judgement … Continue reading You Be the Judge

Having Your Cake . . .

November 27, 2022 / KarenS. / Leave a comment

"I think moms put a lot of pressure on ourselves trying to balance it all. It's never going to be perfectly balanced -- the sooner you know this, the sooner you can relieve some of the pressure you put on yourself." ~ Denise Richards Photo by Vojtech Okenka on Pexels.com There are days I feel … Continue reading Having Your Cake . . .

Thanksgiving Highlights

November 26, 2022 / KarenS. / Leave a comment

"When you arise in the morning, give thanks for the food and for the joy of living. If you see no reason for giving thanks, the fault lies only in yourself." ~ Tecumseh Photo by RODNAE Productions on Pexels.com Being the nontraditional worker -- per the norm for healthcare workers around the world -- our … Continue reading Thanksgiving Highlights

Giving Thanks 2022

November 24, 2022November 23, 2022 / KarenS. / Leave a comment

"This is life, and I will not lie to you saying every day will be sunshine. But there will be sunshine again, and that's a very different thing to say. That is truth." ~ Brandon Sanderson Photo by cottonbro studio on Pexels.com This Thanksgiving will be difficult. Not only is it a holiday where families … Continue reading Giving Thanks 2022

Au Naturel

November 14, 2022November 13, 2022 / KarenS. / Leave a comment

"As a woman gathers more years, she becomes more bold, which is not the same as brave. Brave is jumping in. Bold is jumping in, led by angels. In age, we learn to know the difference, for certain. OLDER is BOLDER." ~ Clarissa Pinkola Estes Photo by Maressa Andrioli on Pexels.com For years, 21 of … Continue reading Au Naturel

The Desires of your Heart

November 12, 2022November 12, 2022 / KarenS. / 1 Comment

"Delight yourself in the Lord and he will give you the desires of your heart." ~ Psalm 37:4 Photo by Denniz Futalan on Pexels.com Faith . . . it can move mountains (or so they say). I've never personally tried it. I struggled for years, doubting myself, listening to others who doubted me as well … Continue reading The Desires of your Heart

Do the Things

November 8, 2022 / KarenS. / Leave a comment

"Do what you love, love what you do, and with all your heart give yourself to it." ~ Roy Bennett Photo by Mak_ jp on Pexels.com I had a day off and I made the most of it! The weather was a balmy 78 degrees here in Alabama. Besides my regular routine of laundry on … Continue reading Do the Things

Bye Bye Felicia

October 20, 2022 / KarenS. / Leave a comment

"There are better people in the world, do not let the worst do the worst to you, you deserve the best in life." ~ Michael Bassey Johnson Photo by Julia Khalimova on Pexels.com I have previously written about narcissists and the effect they have on relationships, on life within a household, and on the psyche … Continue reading Bye Bye Felicia

Put a Pretty Face on It

October 2, 2022 / KarenS. / Leave a comment

"Smile though your heart is achingSmile even though it's breakingWhen there are clouds in the skyYou'll get byIf you smile through your fear and sorrowSmile and maybe tomorrowYou'll see the sun come shining through for you Light up your face with gladnessHide every trace of sadnessAlthough a tear may be ever so nearThat's the timeYou … Continue reading Put a Pretty Face on It

And Then . . . Everything Changed

September 18, 2022September 18, 2022 / KarenS. / Leave a comment

"When something goes wrong in your life, just yell 'Plot Twist!' and move on." ~ Unknown Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com Last time I wrote, we were enjoying a vacation at the beach - albeit with a rocky start, but still enjoyable. PLOT TWIST!!! For months my son has been complaining of abdominal pain - … Continue reading And Then . . . Everything Changed

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I’m so thankful for my faith in the One who died for me. I come from a long line of faithful women — Jewish, Methodist, Catholic. Regardless the denomination, the faith in our risen Savior makes life what it is!!
When your 16-week old pup is upset that he can no longer curl up between your legs while you meditate because he’s just too big — should have named him Peter Pan, he doesn’t want to grow up.
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