Life

Extra Jewels

Have you ever heard the phrase “extra jewels in your crown in heaven”? It means you have done something nice, something kind, something good that will give you favor in heaven. There is nothing in the Bible that says this. However, going out of your way to be kind is never a bad thing. Being that person who is thoughtful, kind, caring, considerate, and compassionate jut makes you a better person. Doing nice things for people feels good. Whether it is helping a friend’s family when someone is sick, cleaning a friend’s house when they work too much, or picking […]

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Perfectly Imperfect

I am perfectly imperfect. I am a constant work in progress. I do a million things great, but I also make mistakes. It’s how I learn. I learn from my mama, sisters, best friends, co-workers, baseball mamas, my kids’ friends’ mamas, and any person who is willing to teach me something. I will take it all in and use what I think works best for me and the situation I am in. I have no judgment. I am forgiving. I am caring. I am kind and loving. I am stubborn about some things and super easy going about other things. […]

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Uncategorized

“He said, ‘Let today be a day where you take nothing for granted. For life is fleeting, fragile and precious and can change on a whim. Say all the things you really want to say to your loved ones today, say the things you would regret should they pass on and your words remain unspoken. Rejoice, for you and they are alive today – and should you or them pass on to unknown shores, rejoice even more for you have a wonderful love story to tell.’” Jackson Kiddard

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Simplicity

“Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.” – Leonardo da Vinci As we get older, we grow to understand that we do not need as many things as we once did. Less is absolutely more these days. Below are a few tips that may help you enjoy the simpler things in life. 1. You are more than your possessions. People tend to get emotionally attached to objects when they can get in the way of conscious living. Minimalism forces us to let go of your emotions and focus on functionality. Get rid of the things that you do not use, that do […]

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Life lessons

Have you ever thought about the life lessons you have learned? Or the life lessons you have taught your children? Someone posted this the other day, and I felt it worthy to pass along. Life lessons from an 80 year old man. Have a firm handshake. Look people in the eye. Sing in the shower. Own a great stereo system. If in a fight, hit first and hit hard. Keep secrets. Never give up on anybody. Miracles happen every day. Always accept an outstretched hand. Be brave. Even if you are not, pretend to be. No one can tell the […]

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