Even on my darkest days, I strive to remember that there are many people who are in far more difficult situations than I am facing. And I am not referring to people who are thousands of miles away living in foreign countries, these people are right here in my country, my state, and my city. Some could be just down the street or even in the next building, and it is simply the grace of…
When I think back to my childhood, my holiday memories are very vivid. I can close my eyes and the images are so clear that I reach out to touch them. I can feel the warmth from the fireplace. I can smell the faint hint of pine in the air from the Christmas tree and I can hear Bing Crosby singing “White Christmas.” I feel as though I have been transported…
You are always willing to give a helping hand. I think of all the wonders you have done. You have turned non-believers into believers with your miraculous ways. Even when it’s cloudy and gray…if I need advice or just need a friend, you are there to guide me all the way. Some may curse you, but I just want to thank you for giving me the opportunity to know You. See The Good would like…
Anyone who believes that the next moment or a coming moment is more important than the present has it completely backward. We must make the absolute most of the present in order to have the most options and opportunities in all of our moments to come. Make peace with your past, hold hope for your future but create your happiness in the present! There are several definitions of the word present when…
The holiday season seems to be a signal to me that after all of the celebrating there is an end coming. In most cases, it is the end of a year which is followed by an opportunity for a new beginning if we choose to take it. New Year’s resolutions can range from being more fiscally responsible, to personal health goals or working to become more mindful of the world around us. But each person…
When two people are in love their hearts, souls and minds become one in a world that exists only for them and revolves completely around their love for each other. Their love creates a refuge for them that nothing in the outside world can penetrate. Being in love means finding that one person on this earth that knows you better than anyone else, in fact, that person knows parts of you even better than…
The holidays have always been one of my favorite times of the year. As a child, there was so much to look forward to. We got a week or two off from school, there were parties and family gatherings and of course, presents. But as an adult, I learned that not all children are blessed with the idyllic holiday memories that I have. Some children dread the long cold days at home, with not enough…
I woke up this morning ready to begin a new day I am going through my usual routine, accepting whatever comes my way. Then… I noticed something was out of place. I searched and searched but I couldn’t find anything wrong. However, at a moment’s rest, I realized I felt so free! The “old me” hit the road when I accepted You. I can deny it, sit right here and fight it but…
Everyone has heard sayings that boil down to you are never presented with a challenge that is more than you can handle. Many times these sayings are derived from religion or the belief that a higher being knows what you are capable of, even when you don’t and in other cases, the saying is more focused on motivation and inner strength. But after a discussion today with a very insightful lady, I caught myself thinking…
Everyone has important thoughts and ideas to share with the world. Each of us has a purpose on this earth, a part to play in the future, a contribution to make or a critical piece to add into the mix. No one has the ability to grasp all that is meant to occur or that needs to occur nor is any one person in a place that affords the perspective required to pass judgment on…