A New Season
As I write today, I am sitting on the deck and the sun is streaming on my back, warming me right through to my soul. As I look out I see our cherry blossom tree in full bloom, fields, and…
Secret Seven To The Rescue
When I was a kid, I loved The Secret Seven! The Secret Seven was a fictional group of child detectives: Peter, Janet, Jack, Barbara, George, Pam, and Colin. They had the most smashing adventures, and never a dull moment was…
I need Fries!
Ever have one of those days when all you want to do is lie on the couch and eat french fries? If you know me at all, you will know that I regularly long for those days! Ah, the pure…
The Long Road Ahead…..
Do you ever look at your dreams and wonder if they are ever going to happen? It’s like you’re walking down a long pier trying to get to the sea, but you just never seem to reach it? It’s there,…
Slow Down!
“Slow down, you move too fast, you‘ve got to make the morning last, just kicking down the cobblestones, looking for fun and feeling groovy” I’m sure half of you won’t remember that song! It’s actually by Simon & Garfunkel and…
Ok, It’s Your Turn!
I wrote last week about investing in the people closest to us, instead of leaving them with the dregs at the end of the day. Investing time wisely in those relationships that really matter. So what about you? When is…
Who Are You Investing Into?
Lately, Phil and I have been having “marriage meetings” Now I know what you are thinking, poor things, why would they do that, sounds way too formal and way too boring! But, really, it’s just a good excuse to sit…
Forgiveness!
I am super proud of our kids! I like to boast to people about them, so much so that I often embarrass them! But if I was going to be completely honest….they are not perfect. Sorry Mum & Dad if…
The Power Of Our Words.
Our words have power! Whether we use them to uplift and encourage or to pull someone down, they have power. I am learning more and more that what I speak to people has the power to change their day….. for…
Connection!
Ever have one of those moments when you feel like you’re a great parent? I know we all have the moments when we wonder how much we will spend on counselling for our kids when they get older, but every…
