The Fruit of Hard Work

The Fruit of Hard Work

by | Feb 7, 2017 | spirituality

In a few short months, I am looking at two years of retirement. It might surprise you for me to tell you how, just recently, I entertained the thought of what it was like to work full time. I let the memories of lesson plans, evaluations, testing and day to day...
Sabbath Offerings ~ Favorite

Sabbath Offerings ~ Favorite

by | Feb 4, 2017 | spirituality

I turned off the highway lost in my thoughts about Bible study that evening. As I continued on, I left the comfort of a well-lit four lane road to a two lane road. Darkness emerged and surrounded me. I glanced in my rear view mirror to catch any headlights following...
A Celebration, Joy and the Big Reveal

A Celebration, Joy and the Big Reveal

by | Feb 2, 2017 | spirituality

When I was ten years old, my mom threw me a birthday party complete with games, prizes and cupcakes. To commemorate my first ever party with friends, mom and I spent the weeks leading up to the party planning every detail. I was over the moon with excitement and the...
When You Open Your Heart

When You Open Your Heart

by | Jan 31, 2017 | spirituality

What does the presidential inauguration have to do with opening our hearts? Is your heart writhing in fear over the new president or do you have a sense of peace? A little over a week ago our country welcomed a new president. Many watched the inauguration cheering...
Sabbath Offerings ~ Unbelief

Sabbath Offerings ~ Unbelief

by | Jan 28, 2017 | spirituality

It’s first thing in the morning and I’ve already glanced at Facebook on my phone. I stare in disbelief that it doesn’t matter what time of day it is for strong opinions and words to fill my page. My head begins shaking wondering how, why and what, if...
Five Minute Friday ~ Control

Five Minute Friday ~ Control

by | Jan 26, 2017 | spirituality

Sometimes you are lucky enough to find a community that feels just like the place you want to hang out. You know when you visit that it feels like home and once there you don’t want to leave. It’s the feeling you get when you sit across the table from a...
Know Your Why

Know Your Why

by | Jan 24, 2017 | spirituality

New Year’s Day this year was a typical Cincinnati winter day. Gray skies graced the horizon and cold winds swirled around causing all to zip up their coats in defense. Inside the day carried an air of familiarity as it began with church because it was Sunday....
Sabbath Offerings ~ Authenticity

Sabbath Offerings ~ Authenticity

by | Jan 21, 2017 | spirituality

I often say that coffee is one of my love languages. And even though I am teasing (usually) there is truth behind the statement. I look forward to my first cup of coffee each morning. I love the ritual of making it as well as sipping the hot coffee while beginning my...
The Space in the Middle

The Space in the Middle

by | Jan 17, 2017 | spirituality

Winter’s milky sunlight weakly made its way through the sliding doors. My spot on the couch, usually bathed in sunlight, felt chilled and distant today. Memories pricked the surface of my mind and reality took over my thoughts and feelings. The milky sunlight...
Sabbath Offerings ~ Seeking

Sabbath Offerings ~ Seeking

by | Jan 14, 2017 | spirituality

Have you ever lost something that you scrambled to find? Maybe you lost your keys as you headed out the door. Or misplaced a silly item such as your favorite pen that you cannot live without. You let the process of finding the object consume you to the point that the...

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