Take the time today to reflect on what Memorial is for and then go have some fun. Surely we all recognize that having the first three day weekend of the summer is a great thing. The start of some warm weather for the Northerners, an extra day to hit the beach for the folks in … Read more
Someday we may be as grateful for the bad things as the good things, because the bad things helped prepare us for the good things. Mark Batterson. I am reading a wonderful book by Mark Batterson, ” In a Pit with a Lion on a Snowy Day”. Honestly, in the past I have found myself … Read more
We are in the process of making some new and exciting changes that will span the next few months. Change is good but with it comes the potential for increased stress. The exciting aspect of change is the potential rewards that may follow. On my end I will keep you all posted on our changes … Read more
“When the world says, “Give up,” Hope whispers, “Try it one more time.” – Anonymous I have faced more challenges than I care to admit. Most have been brought on by my actions, in-actions and at times poor decisions. I have two choices when I face adversity, listen to my inner negative voice that says, … Read more
“Never let yesterday use up too much of today.” — Will Rogers Freedom of the bondage of self for me came in the form of fear of my past. I carried the burden of shame in my life. I burned bridges, including friendships, employment, credit, and family. I lived in fear of everything in my … Read more
“Mary Magdalene went to the disciples with the news: ‘I have seen the Lord!’ And she told them that he had said these things to her.” – John 20:18, NIV Bible I remember it like yesterday I said to my sponsor George, “I do not go to step study meetings”! He asked me why not? … Read more
“A smooth sea never made a skilled mariner.” – English proverb When going through the storm in the past my focus was always the other side of the torment. I remember thinking if I can just get through this I will be okay! I often missed the growth lesson because I was too busy trying … Read more
“He who knows most, knows how little he knows.” Thomas Jefferson When it comes to humility we can write all day on it. They say when you tell others you have it, you don’t… Today we would like to explore the humility of enjoying the journey. Honestly I would love to say to you that … Read more
“Discontent is the first step in progress. No one knows what is in him till he tries, and many would never try if they were not forced to.” – Basil Maturin I have never met anyone that has entered recovery because they were overjoyed with their life. Typically folks have tried various ways to control their … Read more
“Whatever you are by nature, keep to it; never desert your line of talent. Be what nature intended you for and you will succeed.” – Sidney Smith We all have God given talent. Now surely, to become excellent or proficient at anything we must practice. Michael Jordan became great not solely on his incredible talent, … Read more