I have a three-month-old puppy. He is as cute as can be, but he is also a rascal, as Yorkies tend to be. Every minute, he has the potential to get himself into trouble. He’s going through all the baby Yorkie experiences: teething, potty training, exploring and taking over his new territory, finding his voice, … Continue reading God Knows Best
Category: Thoughts
After the Storm Passes
A storm came through last night. Thankfully, it wasn’t as bad as predicted. No severe damage. Lots of lightning, wind, rain. Pretty intense. Kept me from sleeping for a while. But it moved through quickly. What followed the storm is a beautiful spring day. It’s been stifling hot for May. The storm stirred up because … Continue reading After the Storm Passes
When Doors Are Closed
Have you ever been in a season when it seemed like every door you knocked on stayed closed? Maybe you’re in that season right now. I certainly am. It often feels discouraging when every door seems to stay shut. You may think, Can I get one door to give way just a little? Let’s look … Continue reading When Doors Are Closed
Lessons Learned by Listening
Every weeknight, I type audio transcriptions. It’s my proverbial day job. By the time I get the recordings, the conversations have concluded. So I am a captive listener. These recordings have taught me a lot about how to listen well to others. Having to listen carefully and quietly to conversations, and having to catch every … Continue reading Lessons Learned by Listening