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I want to talk about “change”. Why do we find change so scary and unsettling? Perhaps it's scary because we can't control it. Perhaps it's unsettling because we are creatures of habit and our brains like to avoid uncertainty. Change brings uncertainty, risk, the unknown. For some, this is exhilarating, for others, it is downright… Continue reading Let’s talk about change …
For God loved the world so much that he gave his only Son so that anyone who believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life. John 3:16 [TLB] The fourth candle of Advent is the Candle of Love. Love is the central theme of the Christmas story. God’s love for His children, Joseph’s… Continue reading For God so loved the world …
As we move into the third week of Advent, we are reminded of the joy that Jesus brings. The bible is full of references to joy being our strength. It keeps us grounded and focused on Him. In fact, joy is referenced more than 100 times. Joy is not the same as happiness. Happiness is… Continue reading Joy to the world
The Bethlehem Candle symbolizes Mary and Joseph's journey to Bethlehem. As we light the second Advent Candle, we remember the journey they made from Nazareth to Bethlehem. I find myself wondering how Mary and Joseph must have felt. They were young and God chose them - once again, using ordinary people to execute His extraordinary… Continue reading The Bethlehem Candle
So here’s the thing. When I was married, my husband and I had specific responsibilities. We had a more traditional arrangement. I took care of the home – grocery shopping, cooking, cleaning, laundry, all those types of things, and he took care of the outdoor things – the garden, the house maintenance, the cars and… Continue reading The thing about losing your spouse …
I had an aha! moment recently. The topic of faith was being discussed. Faith, hope and love [Colossians 1:4-5]. These three are very closely linked together, and the lightbulb flashed. Faith is talked about. A lot. We’re told “have faith; things will work out, they always do.” But what does that really mean? The Bible… Continue reading My Aha! Moment
Grieving is a necessary passage and a difficult transition to finally letting go of sorrow – it is not a permanent rest stop.Dodinsky I am so grateful that I woke up today. I’m so grateful that I am alive and healthy and loved. Yes, I miss my husband. Yes, I wish things were different. But… Continue reading Grieving to Gratitude
So, you thought it was Spring, did you? Just kidding! Yesterday was a gorgeous spring day with sunshine and temperatures peaking around 16oC. And today, winter is back. This week has been like that. One day with springlike weather, the next wintery mix of snow, ice pellets and blustery chilly winds. The journey through grief… Continue reading April Fool? … Fooled Ya!
Celebrating International Women’s Day – March 8, 2022 Today we celebrate all women – moms, daughters, sisters, cousins, bosses, friends, pioneers, inventors, creators, care givers, servers, environmentalists, explorers, visionaries, leaders. We all fill these roles at some point in our lives even if that role isn't our chosen career. And we celebrate US, all of… Continue reading #BreakTheBias – International Women’s Day 2022
Spring … it certainly feels that way today. The sun is shining, the snow is melting, and the temperature is way above 0o C. Albeit only for today – apparently the snow returns tomorrow. But who cares! It feels like Spring today. I’m going to enjoy the day, despite the wind whistling through the trees beyond… Continue reading Spring! The promise of new beginnings
Voyage through Life 