A new approach. I hope you like it.
Sometimes, new is good. I hope you’ll overlook the fact that I am reposting. I wanted to see what this looked like. Maybe I’ll post something like this every end-of-month, so in case you didn’t read a post, they are all in one place.
So, what do you think?
Besides, trying something new is good, right? And considering it’s the end of the month, it works out well.
Plus, I like being able to see my posts this way as well. It’s been two months of reflection and sorting things out. Mental health, identifying the truly important, and relationships. Some pretty heady subjects. But what else is there to do in these two dark, cold months?
Now, I contend with this Afib diagnosis. I’m having a hard time adjusting to the medications. But I try to see things in perspective. It’s not terminal. It’s treatable. Perspective certainly helps. Besides, I’m an overcomer in Christ.
If faith doesn’t work during times of illness, when will it?
I hope you have a great weekend and blessings to each of you.
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A great tomato soup recipe for cold days
Last week was really cold and snowy here in Michigan. Soup weather, right? I have a number of recipes on my list for next year that I’m determined to master. I’ve never made homemade tomato soup so I thought I would give it a try. It turned out wonderful but the recipe called for two… Read more
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How to really describe your moods and why
I need to make some things clear. You hear me use the word “depression” a lot. However, remember that depression has to meet certain criteria to be called depression. I’ve often shared with you when I’ve had some bad days. But that’s all they’ve been, bad days. I’ve struggled with depression in the past so much… Read more
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Do you have an unsung hero in your life?
Do you have heroes in your life? I do. According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary a hero is” 1a : a mythological or legendary figure often of divine descent endowed with great strength or ability b : an illustrious warrior c : a person admired for achievements and noble qualities d : one who shows great courage Obviously, “c” and “d” are the ones that apply to most people. There… Read more
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Why I hate frigid weather and how to survive.
Now, if you don’t live in one if the states you are seeing in the news, the ones who are literally being covered in snow, you will not understand this post. I live in western Michigan, about a block from the lake. And we are getting deluged with snow. Every day for at least ten… Read more
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Three ways to succeed at resolutions.
I’m still working on those New Year’s Resolutions. During my quiet time with God today, I was able to compose some concrete ideas that I felt were God-inspired. But I did read something I want to share as it makes good sense. It appeared in our newspapers weekly magazine. I accidentally tore off the author’s… Read more
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New Year’s Ramblings
January is a great month for reflection. I know we can start anew anytime we want, but January seems such a perfect time. In Michigan, January days are long, cold and dreary. Unless you ski, which I can’t, it is a great time for reflection. (Since I wrote this, I have taken up walking in… Read more
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