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Category Archives: Opinion
Planners and Spontaneous People: Honest Thoughts from a Planner
Like oil and water, those that like to plan their schedules in advance and those who operate with nothing but spontaneity don’t mix well. At least under natural circumstances. Planners, of which I am one, like to know what is … Continue reading
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Posted in Advice, Blogging, For Entertainment Only, Opinion, Random, Self-Improvement, Social
Tagged planners, planners vs. spontaneous people, planning, spontaneous people
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The Strange Dynamic of Facebook Friendships
A cynical, possibly humorous discussion on the difference between real life friends and Facebook friends. Continue reading
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Balancing Humor and Gospel Sober-Mindedness
I love to laugh, be silly and spread humor and ridiculum. It gives me great joy to discover or think up something funny and share it with others. If it makes me laugh, or smile, I figure it might do … Continue reading
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Posted in Advice, Biblical insights, Humor, Opinion, priorities
Tagged Christian priorities, gospel, gospel sober-mindedness, humor, sober-minded
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Traveling New Zealand: South Island Majestic Beauty
The first two weeks of 2019 found my husband Mike and I taking a road trip through the stunningly beautiful South Island of New Zealand. The how and why of our ending up there went a little something like this. … Continue reading
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Theology of Gratitude
As those of us who are fortunate enough to reside in the United States of America prepare to celebrate Thanksgiving, we find a seasonal opportunity foisted upon us to reflect upon the blessings we have in our lives. Those things … Continue reading
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Posted in Advice, Holidays, Opinion, priorities, Thanksgiving, Theology
Tagged #30DaysofThanks, #blessed, attitude of gratitude, grateful, gratitude, Thanksgiving, theology of gratitude
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An Easy Way to Keep Your Boss Happy
I’m willing to assume that most people who report to a boss are interested in ways to make sure their boss is happy. After all, when the boss is happy, he is easier to get along with, she may treat … Continue reading
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Posted in Advice, Lifehacks, Opinion, Productivity, Self-Improvement
Tagged #MondayMotivation, Lifehacks, make your boss happy, Productivity
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Thoughts From a Forgotten Demographic: Conservative Christians Who Didn’t Vote for Trump
I am troubled by the precipitous decline in civility amongst people in the United States who hold opposing views. This topic has been on my mind for some time. While I don’t often write about politics, I’ve stated before my thoughts … Continue reading
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To My Friends Who Vote Differently Than I Do: Election Thoughts
Social media has afforded us many benefits as well as drawbacks as a society. One thing that could be viewed as either, depending on your perspective, is the ability to post opinions and all manner of multi-media about topics such … Continue reading
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On Christian Hypocrisy: A Helpful Way to Identify & Sort Out Unseemly Behavior
“Christians are hypocrites.” I’ve heard that phrase uttered many times, often as a stated reason why someone has no interest in attending church or examining Christianity for themselves. To be sure, it is not difficult to find people who claim … Continue reading
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When It is Time to Replace Running Shoes (A Personal Account)
Sometimes I can be slow to internalize things. I might need to learn a lesson a few times before it gets through my skull and into my decision-making process. Pair that quality with a frugal mindset and a hesitation to … Continue reading
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Posted in Advice, Opinion, Running, Self-Improvement
Tagged run, Running, running shoes, shin splints, when should I replace my running shoes?
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