Life is sometimes full of great trials and tough times. A kind word spoken can be just what we need to lift our spirits and encourage us to carry on. Let’s not ever let a day go by that we don’t say thanks to those who show kindness toward us. It’s a precious gift that… Read More
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Thankful I Can Love on Me!
Like many things in life, I have come to understand that being thankful is a state of mind. We all experience personal daily trials and unhappiness, and then of course there are the tragic ones we share as a nation. I try not to reflect on these but rather choose to be thankful that I… Read More
We Can Be Grateful Despite the Circumstances
It’s easy to be grateful when we get what we want, but how about when God gives us what we need? Here’s my funny story about learning to be grateful anyhow, and how God used it to teach me a valuable lesson about the transformative power of gratitude. I think you’ll get a giggle out… Read More
This Messy Thing Called Life!
What an amazing year! As December draws near, I can hardly believe how much life has changed. 2012 will go down as a year I lived fully and completely. Not because it was perfect, but rather because it wasn’t. It was messy, painful, hurtful, crushing, joyful, enlightening, heartwarming, disappointing, energizing, frenetic, and peaceful – sometimes… Read More
Are Poor People Criminals?
Last week a local school district conducted a “poverty simulation” to make students more sensitive to the plight of the poor. As a part of the experience students were allowed to steal to make ends meet. When a friend of mine, Cheryl Jackson (Founder of Minnie’s Food Pantry), expressed outrage over the characterization of poor… Read More
Go Beyond the Gratitude Post!
When I started the blog I thought Loving Others would be about giving back. I wanted to highlight organizations doing amazing things so that we could partner in making a difference. I’ve done some of that and will likely continue to share opportunities for impact. But lately, I’ve been thinking maybe Loving Others should be… Read More