August 2019

Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go – Joshua 1:9 Later this month, when we drop our youngest daughter off at college, my husband...

The phrase “signed, sealed, delivered” historically refers to a legal agreement, typically a legal deed. To execute the agreement, the deed was signed by the seller, secured with a wax seal and then delivered to the buyer. While still a legal term, its use...

Another graduation season has come and gone. Families and friends everywhere have celebrated the achievements of their loved ones. Whether it be from high school, college or even kindergarten, each graduate has done the work to move to the next level. They...

We all love a good renovation or makeover. There is a reason why HGTV and Extreme Makeover shows have been so popular. We all want to see something old become new again. We want to see a room, a home, or even...

What comes to mind when you hear the word “authentic?” For some, the word may be associated with a list of synonyms such as real, true or genuine or some may equate it with being transparent or vulnerable. Others may think of...

Truthfully I could develop a whole blog dedicated to the topic of strengths. In fact, numerous books have been written on that very topic. With that said, I am going to attempt to write a concise post on how we distinguish...