Embracing the Good

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Wanting desperately to be married. Wanting desperately not to be married. Desperate for a job. Desperate for a different job. Dreaming of a good night’s sleep. Dreaming of the ability to get out of bed. If we live in America, we have much to be thankful for. And…if we live in America, our individual needs and wants are unique. We live in two worlds. In one, we are (or should be) aware of the blessings showered on us every moment we take a breath. Our nights are not interrupted by the blinding lights of missiles hitting Continue Reading

BlessBack

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"Guide me to the people who are coastliners I can trust. As I have looked back over my life, I realize just how significant people are to my own journey through life. Some have only stayed for a year or two; Some have been with me since I was born. Help me honor them in a way that reflects their impact and my gratitude for their influence.” A benediction from BlessBack: Thank Those Who Shaped Your Life by Julie Saffrin. Mrs. McCauley was my first grade teacher. She taught me that reading, writing, and arithmetic could be Continue Reading

Only in the Movies

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Really. On what planet does this happen? Beautiful young woman walking in the rain…contemplating life with or without the man she is madly in love with.  The raindrops are sharp and icy cold.  The wind is swirling – with no hood for protection, her face and hair are getting a beating. She makes up her mind.  He’s the one.  She rushes to his apartment, into his arms, and she looks…well, she looks like she just stepped out of “hair and make-up.” Beautiful, wet (perfect!) curls frame her rosy cheeks.  Thick mascara has stayed on Continue Reading

Let’s Start Now

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What are we waiting for? We know we want to change our stories. We know our lives can be bigger than what they are now. We know that God is calling us to a life of pure joy and rich faith. So what are we waiting for? What’s keeping us from… Spending more time getting to know the God who loves us unconditionally… Eating more fruits and vegetables and less stuff that comes from a box… Getting outside and playing or walking or making snow angels … Forgiving the person who hurt us terribly… Choosing to live now, rather than wait Continue Reading

It is time to Refine!

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Time to get-away… Time to laugh, deep from the belly… Time with girlfriends, old and new… Time to be entertained, educated, and inspired… Time to get un-stuck! Doesn’t that sound wonderful? Please come with me and enjoy that Time! The Refine Conference in Bloomington, MN on September 21-22, 2012. Come As You Are…Take Your Next Step with Purpose! You will experience… a place to be understood, a place to be accepted, a place to grow, a place to connect, and a place to laugh and have fun with great professional Continue Reading