Tomorrow is Inauguration Day
“I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people—for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness” (1 Tim. 2:1-2, NIV). The information shared and provided on Gratitude in the...
Pumpkin Pie and Kitty Snuggles
I heard recently that “Happiness is reality minus expectations.”[1] That quote had me pondering over how many happy “now” moments are missed because we are consumed with our expectations of a future “now.” For me, being present in the “now” can be challenging since I’m a planner and like...
Reflecting on Gratitude
It’s Thanksgiving week! When recalling the extremes we’ve witnessed this year, such as natural disasters, civil unrest, fear-driven hysteria, and restrictions that threaten our constitutional rights (oh, and let’s not forget the great toilet paper “shortages” of 2020), it can be difficult to feel grateful. But if we take...