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Four Tips for a Peaceful Holiday Season
Each year as the holiday season approaches, many of us feel a slow and subtle rise in our stress level. The fall months are often filled with frantic shopping, decorating, attending various holiday programs and visits with extended family. … Continue reading
Surviving Your Child’s Sports Years (without becoming a screaming banshee)
For most parents, watching their child or teen play sports is an exercise in stress management. There are moments of joy, accomplishment and celebration, of course, but there’s frustration, as well. Most parents want their kid to play—and play … Continue reading
Forgiveness: Just Do It!
I had to forgive my husband today. I didn’t want to, but I did it. Do you easily forgive your spouse when they mess up, or do you hold a grudge or give them the silent treatment? I have been … Continue reading
The Case of the Fried Chicken: A Lesson in Selflessness
I think of myself as a pretty unselfish person. I try to put others first and to be generous with what I have. As a matter of fact, it bothers me when others display selfishness. That makes this story … Continue reading
Posted in Spiritual Encouragement, Thankfulness
Tagged caring for aging parents, family, fragrance of Christ, generosity, love
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Family Vacation with Grown Kids: A True Blessing!
For the last several years, we’ve been getting the family together for a vacation in Stowe, Vermont. Being from the south, it is quite a change for us—cooler weather, more mountainous, more color, etc. Although we love our state … Continue reading
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