Using our Talents
Jesus told the Parable of the Talents to remind us of the importance of using the gifts and talents He’s given us. In the story, the servants who wisely used their talents were praised with, “Well done, good and faithful servants… enter into the joy of the Lord!” (Matthew 25:23) But the one who buried…
Abilities — Use Them or Lose Them
Oh, yes! If we are still alive and kickin’, we have abilities. My precious mom once complained to her doctor, “Doc, sometimes I just don’t want to get out of bed!” He replied, “The day you stop getting out of bed is the day you’ll be bedfast.” Those words kept her moving! Now, let’s talk…
We’ve Been Entrusted
Entrusted – I saw that word in an email yesterday morning. It motivated me to blog about it. To entrust is to give someone a responsibility that we assume they will fulfill. If we entrust someone with the task of getting us to an appointment on time, we best make sure they are punctual. Entrusting…
And Let the Games Begin
The 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics competitions are already underway in curling, women’s ice hockey and freestyle skiing. And, if we want to see the Opening Ceremonies (the official start of the Games) we can get our ring-side seat in our homes this morning at 6 am (in China, it is 8 pm). This year’s Winter…
You’ve Come a Long Way, Baby!
If you’re saying that to me — you hit the nail on the head! Yes! I have — from that intimidated, shy, fearful, and low self-esteem young girl to this out there in attitude, brave and confident “mature” woman. I am a better version of myself because I determined to get out of that shell…
I Wanna Go Back…..Maybe NOT!
I’m revving my engine, mentally and physically, as I type this blog today. A lot has been on my plate for the last few days and even more the next days, weeks and even months. I was on the road again after a beautiful three days in Tulsa. Made it to Austin last night —…
We Can’t Judge a Dandelion by its Cover
You know those bright yellow flowers that we consider our enemy? I saw this photo and a friend’s post declaring “Dandelions are not Weeds! They build bones better than calcium, cleanse the liver and heal eczema.” Who knew? I’ve always pulled them out of my yard or had my lawn guys spray them away. But…
Practice and Practice Makes Perfect
I thoroughly enjoyed the TV show “Little Big Shots” with Steve Harvey, as the most incredible talents were revealed by the youngest children. Case in point: Four-year old Evan Le who “picked up” the piano only a few months before and played “The Flight of the Bumblebee” masterfully. (I posted the link below if you’d…
You’ve Come a Long Way, Baby!
Have you thought about how far you’ve come in life? You’ve acquired abilities you never thought possible. You dreamed of driving a car and the day came when you earned your driver’s license and now you’ve been driving for years. You dreamed of one day getting married and having children. That day came and now…