Although the clock moved back this weekend, the holiday season is steadily moving forward. In four weeks, we’ll be celebrating Thanksgiving! 1 Peter 4:9 NIV instructs us to, “Offer hospitality to one another without grumbling.” Just how do we have a Thanksgiving without murmuring and complaining? By ensuring it’s organized and stress-free. With that said, I’m convinced, Continue Reading
Can you believe this Friday will be Halloween? My, how time flies and things change! For instance, when I was younger, I loved scary movies and ghoulish costumes. Nowadays, I no longer celebrate Halloween and refuse to watch anything that will cause me to have nightmares. But, there is one aspect of the grisly holiday Continue Reading
As Believers, we are not exempt from the sorrows of this world. Some have endured the loss of a child while others have struggled with the death of a spouse. There are those who have lived through the shame of a divorce, while others have been ridiculed by their our own families for never having Continue Reading
In 2006, American country band Rascal Flatts released a remake of the song, “Life Is a Highway” for the Disney animated movie Cars. Over 3 million copies of the song have sold. What made the melody such a hit was its great tune and catchy chorus. One line in the verse reads, “Life is a Continue Reading
Last week, a senior executive came to my office and shared with me how much he appreciates the ‘gift of my smile.’ He continued to floor me by saying, “I just wanted to thank you for your grace and spirit.” Being that he’s also a retired pastor, I was humbled. His words moved me beyond Continue Reading
The other day while washing my hands at the sink, Claudia, our company’s perky custodian, came in to clean the bathrooms. When our eyes met in the mirror, we smiled and greeted each other. Then I asked, “How are you?” To which she passionately replied, “ I’m good, I love my job and have no complaints!” Continue Reading
Every minute about 19 people become victims of Identity Theft in America. According to one source, “Only 28% of identity theft cases involve credit or financial fraud. Phone, utility, bank and employment fraud make up another 50% of cases.” Recently, I, too, became a victim but not in the way you may think. No, my Continue Reading
Lately, several of my friends have been undergoing some serious battles on their jobs. I, too, have recently had to side step a few carefully aimed daggers myself. Have you ever been on the receiving end of jealous colleagues, double minded clients, egomaniacs or insane supervisors. If so, get in line! Fact is every job Continue Reading
Last week, my dear friend Christie gave me some wonderful news. After seeking permanent employment for a little over a year, the Lord blessed her with an awesome job opportunity. But that’s not the most amazing part of the story. Once my friend applied for this particular position, she was surprised at how quickly the Continue Reading
Anyone that knows me can tell you I love enjoying a scrumptious meal. It doesn’t matter if I cook it or someone else. I especially adore sitting down to a beautifully set table. Delectable foods, candlelight, stirring music, pristine dinnerware, positive conservation, and unbridled laughter are elements to my favorite type of evening. However, I Continue Reading