*Topic requested by St. Marks U.C.C. of Lebanon, PA I love having schedules, social interactions and job interviews go exactly the way I plan. Being in control feels good, but life doesn’t work like that - perfect plans fall apart. Right now we are watching plans fall apart in a big way - and it … Continue reading Change of Plans
The Work of Stillness
I’ve recently made the mistake of confusing laziness with stillness. While they may appear seemingly interchangeable, these terms are vastly different and hold contrasting levels of value. Laziness is noteworthy in it’s own way - vegging out on the couch and watching your favorite television show at the end of a day feels so good. … Continue reading The Work of Stillness
Give Me A Minute
Your time is a valuable currency. People want more of it - a common thread around the world. But do we wish we had more of it or that we spent it differently? It’s a stressor - we are late, haven’t finished our assignment for work, left the chicken in the oven too long. Time … Continue reading Give Me A Minute
Don’t Be A Hoarder
Traumatic encounters often lead to selfish perspectives - we project the notion that no one has it worse that us. We panic and fall into a manic state of hiding away anything that could benefit us in the near future. We look out for ourselves. Pouring out to others becomes an ignorant notion. But don’t … Continue reading Don’t Be A Hoarder
Once Upon A Dialogue
Once upon a time, there was an inaccurate representation of communication in every princess story ever. Prince Charming didn’t apologize to Cinderella for not being a good listener & Snow White didn’t express her frustration over not having time to herself. Simple and positive story lines make the world go round, but they don’t encourage … Continue reading Once Upon A Dialogue
No “Likes” For You
I have taken to laying on the floor in front of the open window to sun tan. I’m sure people have come up with more creative ways to cope with social distancing, but I wouldn’t know - it’s still Lent and there is still no social media in our household. People have been amazed that … Continue reading No “Likes” For You
Investing In Joy
“My joy doesn’t lie in my circumstances.” You won’t survive these days if you're relying on circumstances to provide happiness. Where are you drawing joy from? Your spouse? Your job? The trip you planned to take this summer? Those can be taken away in an instant - these past few weeks have proven that. Investing … Continue reading Investing In Joy
Paying For A Pandemic
We are debt free - this is what peace feels like amidst a tanking economy. Let’s get on the same page: 69% of Americans have less than $1,000 saved in their bank account & just 18% of Americans say they could live off their savings for at least six months (GOBankingRates Study 2019 & Bankrate … Continue reading Paying For A Pandemic
Virtually Real Life
Step back, switch the camera lens, step to the other side, zoom out - a change in perspective can alter your worldview, but it takes committed action to get there. My husband and I committed to being off of social media for Lent & each day my eyes are opening wider and wider to the … Continue reading Virtually Real Life
Beyond the Hostess Stand
For those of you that don't know, I am wrapping up working in the restaurant industry for the better part of a year. This was not my first rodeo & this time around I was much more cognizant of how people treated me and my coworkers. It has become clear to me that so many … Continue reading Beyond the Hostess Stand
