Some people know how to influence others for a lasting impact, but most may not be aware of the impact or positive influence they have on others. I realized this in a most vivid way a few years ago and the impression has never left me. While in Arizona, I attended a Bible study held at the community center of the park model resort where my husband and I stayed. The Bible study leader Yvonne, was a vivacious and lovely woman – gracious with a warm, genuine smile, and a deep faith in the Lord Jesus. She and her husband Read More
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The Procrastinating Little Author
The term deadline can strike dead, even fear, in a person’s soul. Everyone faces deadlines, even several times a day. Question: Do you meet deadlines with anticipation – like meeting a friend for lunch? Or, do you cut corners, run without looking, and do less than mediocre in order to meet the deadline? Ask yourself, “Am I motivated by anticipation or do I procrastinate with disaster? Do you remember the children’s story “The Poky Little Puppy”? My adult version of that story is called “The Procrastinating Little author.” There were five little authors who went to a writers’ conference Read More
Letterboxing
One summer, our granddaughter from Iowa stayed with us for a week to help get ready for our garage sale. One day for a change of pace, I asked Rachel if she wanted to go letterboxing. “What’s letterboxing?” she asked. “It’s like the greatest treasure hunt with clues, exploring new places and meeting an invisible friend all in one.” Her eyes lit up. “Okay.” “First, we have to go online to find clues for a letterbox nearby. Then we’ll follow the clues to the hidden letterbox.,” I said. “There’s letterboxes all over the world, so I hope there’s one around Read More