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Life is real, and sometimes we need real encouragement as we go about our days. You’ll find that here, and a little bit more.
Right now my site is under construction as I work on a remodel. I appreciate your patience if things occasionally look out of place!
Some Days We Just Have To Make Our Own Sunshine
It's another cloudy, gloomy day here in eastern Iowa. We haven't seen the sun in days, and the weather forecast shows we may not see it anytime soon. Goodness. I know I'm not alone in saying I miss the sun and I'm beyond ready for it to return. We know it's shining up...
Don’t Forget To Care For You As You Care For Others
What are you doing today to care for you? It was years ago, yet it impacted me so much, I still vividly remember it today. I was at a Mary Kay Seminar in Dallas, and the speaker on stage shared a real-life story featuring a drinking glass and two water pitchers, which...
Has This Virus Caused Us To Be Fearful Of One Another?
I was out among people yesterday, and with my root canal appointment (more on that here), I found myself a bit fearful. I was vulnerable and exposed to the potential of this virus. Tools and glove-covered fingers and who know what else were in my mouth. Yikes! I can't...


