Twenty years ago in the Spring of 1999, my husband and I took an anniversary trip to Ireland. It’s green rolling meadows lined with ancient stone fences mesmerized us. We fell in love with the people, the culture, and the food. We both dream of returning some day. One of…
Read moreIn my community, it is a common sight on certain intersections to see a man or a woman standing with a cardboard sign, asking for help. Recently, a shared video on social media showed a couple of these panhandlers walking across the street, after begging for help all day and…
Read moreOne of the most embarrassing moments has to be when you go to introduce someone and you forget their name. Have you done this or is it just me? Not only have I forgotten, but I have even called someone by the wrong name. While I may need to be…
Read moreMost evenings, in recent weeks, God writes across the heavens in bold, bright colors that are simply breathtaking. We rush outdoors to witness the panoramic display of rapidly changing hues – trying to capture it all with cameras that never seem to do it justice. Sometimes, however, He sweeps across…
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Sometimes you just need a big hug to feel better. A hug gives us the assurance that we are loved. Research shows that hugging (and also laughing) is extremely effective at healing sickness, disease, loneliness, depression, anxiety, and stress. It builds trust and helps us to feel safe. Virginia Satir, a respected…
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