Category Archives: Self-Improvement

5 Things Being a Business Owner Has Taught Me

Posted on September 16, 2020 by

I can’t tell you the exact date I decided I wanted to start a business. The data nerd in me regrets that because I do love specifics. It was more of a gradual realization over time. Through a series of … Continue reading →

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A “New and Improved” Way to Tackle the New Year

Posted on January 2, 2020 by

I’ve come to a realization about starting out the new year that has made a big difference for me, as an introvert. Read about it in less than 500 words! Continue reading →

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Maybe Things Aren’t as Bad as We Think: An Optimist’s Take on Political Incivility

Posted on December 10, 2019 by

In the United States of America, we are more divided as a nation than at any time in recent history. While I wasn’t personally alive during the Civil War (despite what small children might think regarding my ancient status), my … Continue reading →

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Picking Blackberries as a Life Analogy

Posted on August 30, 2019 by

Recently, my husband and I were on a hunt for wild blackberries in a natural area close to our home. If you’ve ever picked blackberries, you know that flesh wounds are nearly inevitable as the juicy berries are nestled among … Continue reading →

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Variety: The Spice of Life … and Writing

Posted on July 23, 2019 by

Many suggest that picking a niche to blog about is the way to success. They may be right, but I decline to narrow my focus. Here is a look at my wide range of topics. Continue reading →

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Do More Better: A (Christian) Productivity Book That Changed My Life

Posted on May 9, 2019 by

Does your life need more organization? Do you feel you could get more accomplished with a few pointers? Do More Better is a short, powerful book to help with just that. Continue reading →

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Planners and Spontaneous People: Honest Thoughts from a Planner

Posted on April 7, 2019 by

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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Balancing Humor and Gospel Sober-Mindedness

Posted on February 5, 2019 by

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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Traveling New Zealand: South Island Majestic Beauty

Posted on January 20, 2019 by

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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Update on Running Mileage Goal

Posted on December 29, 2018 by

At the beginning of 2018, I wrote a post outlining my plan to run 500 miles during the course of the year. As of 12/29, I have logged 505* miles! Extremely pleased to have completed one of my goals for … Continue reading →

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