Category: Inspiration and Joy
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And then there was the blood clot, and SXSW
You know when you go to the hospital emergency room and they scan your ID bracelet, except it doesn’t work? And then the nurse realizes that’s because he is scanning the bracelet from the OTHER hospital you visited that day? Yeah. That happened to me last week. The hospitals are right next to each other,…
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Knee Arthoscopy & Recovery
It’s been nearly one week since I had knee surgery. The recovery has been much slower than I anticipated. That could be because I missed a few sentences that explained how long recovery would take in my eagerness to get well. Let me back up a bit…
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A few positive affirmations for you…
This past Sunday I presented the devotional for a team of ladies who are hosting a women’s retreat this weekend. I have the privilege of serving with them. I started the devotional by asking everyone to repeat a few things after me. I thought each of us could benefit from the exercise, as well. So, go ahead, read…
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My Positive Playlist– What’s on yours?
A friend of mine just asked his friends on Facebook to list some of their favorite super optimistic songs so he could create a playlist. He tagged me in the post specifically, so he must think I’ve already got one. And he is right. I started a playlist of positive, uplifting songs a few years ago while…
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Knee Surgery and MS 150
In my last post I shared that it looked as though I needed knee surgery to take care of a tear in my meniscus. My knee had been hurting for quite awhile and finally I made the connection that it had begun hurting after I fell in the MS 150 bike ride from Houston to…
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A quick trip to Napa and TV appearance in Houston were just a part of my week…
What a week! Monday I found out, while waiting to have an MRI done on my knee, that it would be wise to attend the Wine Market Council’s annual meeting in Napa which was Friday. I logged onto United, checked for award flights, booked the trip and asked my rock star assistant, Brittany, to reserve…
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He’s got your back– and your plan
Today’s scripture is one I see people lean on in times of trouble, but it’s one I smile about in times of joy, too. Actually it makes me smile a LOT in times of joy. Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit…
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Weary? Ask for some strength
Last week I had an absolutely whirlwind week of meetings in Manhattan. I hit the ground running Saturday afternoon and had meetings every single day and night I was there until I left the following Saturday afternoon. And every single meeting was amazing. Really. (If you follow me on Instagram, you got a taste of my…
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True Confession of a Fear of Mine
Yesterday I followed the advice given me the day before and reached out to the department chair at a university that I am hoping can and will help me with a project for VineSleuth/ Wine4.Me. In following that advice, though, I had to face one of my fears head on and conquer it. Twice. I…
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Last night’s hot date…
Last night I went on a great date. And, although I am married, the date wasn’t with my husband or with my children. My husband, however, encouraged me to go. The evening began with a hand-crafted cocktail, served in a dimly lit room at a table with candles. I definitely felt pampered and enjoyed my…
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Daily Advent Activities for Moms: December 9
Read John 1:1-18 to your family or enjoy some quiet reading with yourself and God. Light a candle before you read to help set the tone of reflection.
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Daily Advent Activities for Moms: December 8
Sometimes in all the hustle and bustle of life, my husband and I don’t get to connect as often as we’d like. During December, things can get really crazy, especially. And with so much emotion tied up into Christmas, mixed with different family backgrounds and expectations, things can really get messy. Tonight let’s work to…
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Daily Advent Activities for Moms: December 7
Look over your schedule for the rest of the month. Stop and be sure that you are being intentional with your time and not just being pulled in a million directions. Ask the Lord to show you what plans to keep and which ones to amend, if any.
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Daily Advent Activities for Moms: December 6
I love this advent activity. It’s goofy and joyful at the same time. It celebrates Christmas with child-like zeal which can be so much fun. And it’s totally free and easy to do. I hope you like it, and get crazy into it, too. Ready?
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Daily Advent Activities for Moms: December 5
Last night I attended my first Christmas party of 2014. It was my husband’s office party and I can honestly say we had a great time. I absolutely enjoyed getting to visit with his coworkers I already knew and also meet some new people he works with, too. Of course I LOVED finally meeting his office manager–…