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Purpose Driven Life
Symbiosis
Symbiosis: Beneficial Friendships In my school days, I had tracing paper and carbon paper to help me draw, but the former set my teeth on edge and the latter made me sneeze. Nowadays, I still can’t draw a creditable amoeba. One homework assignment I remember particularly well involved creating and dividing an exercise book into three, width-wise.
Following My Own Path
Following My Own Path... After My Mom As Thanksgiving approaches, like many of you, I’ve been giving thought to what I’m thankful for. I love that I get to work from home. I’m incredibly grateful that we are able to make ends meets. I’m also thankful to be able to host my friends and my son’s friends at mealtime.
Whole
Whole Though I stomp and whine and moanfor my own idea of completion,I see that You have already made me whole.And so I praise youfor the body that sustains meand the spirit that fills me,for the friends that support meand the family that guides me,for the work that challenges meand the play that thrills me,
40 Seconds to a Life of Purpose
40 Seconds to a Life of Purpose Oh, how we all love to read story about the down-on-their-luck family, who crafted a Christmas tree out of toilet paper tubes and gave out oranges to the kids as presents. Ever notice how those heart-warming stories are always set in the distant past? We’re living in a time of high...
God Doesn’t Make Junk
God Doesn’t Make Junk When was the last time you learned something new? I hope it was recently and I hope it happens often. Finding out an interesting tidbit, that you just can’t wait to share, is a real day brightener. Last night was not one of those times. I was attracted by a stellar title:
Spinning Yarn
Spinning Yarn One ball of stringhas countless possibilities:lace, crochet, tatting,macramé, knitting, weaves.Or simple, just-for-fun-things:braiding, pom-pom chicks,string art snowflakes, rag-doll wigs.From to coils of rope,to finger-lace hair-braids,misanga mementos, yarn doll souvenirs,dream catcher keepsakes, friendship bracelets.Useful, functional, and...
The Greater Purpose of Self-Indulgence
The Greater Purpose of Self-Indulgence A few year ago, while working with a touring theatre company, I had a debate with a touring partner of mine regarding the nobility of acting. He argued that there was nothing noble about his career choice. I begged to differ. “Theatre is all about empathy,” I said. “Theatre gets people to sit down and be quiet long enough to imagine what it would be like to be in someone else’s shoes. I’ve seen and read so many plays that have helped me understand that people I thought were completely...
Why Am I Here?
Why Am I Here? I haven't discovered my purpose yet.My friends are so busy with their own.They seem content while I am forever searchingfor that one thing that will fill my being.You have a plan for me.May I only receive your will in my mind.
Less is More
Less is More I need permissionto be less than perfect,always aiming for the impossible. Driven to succeed,I'm missing all the special momentsthat make life worthwhile. When will I learnthe kitchen never stays clean?When will I appreciate aninterruption from a family member?
Thy Will
Thy Will Not my will, but Thy will.I try to hold thisin my mind and my heartas I hold my worries up to You.Thy will may not mean a quick fixor the easy way out.It may take weeksto come together.But it is Your way,The Way,even when I cannot spy itthrough my nearsighted takeon the world;the world You lovingly holdin Your...
All in One
All in One When I’m weak, You are my strength.When I’m afraid, You are here.When I’m sad, You are my joy.When I’m in despair, You are my hope.When I’m alone, Your presence stays.When I stumble, You catch me.When I don’t understand, You are my Teacher.When others hurt, You are my Healer.
Theway-itis
"Theway-itis" At the end of every night, I try "wind down" by watching the late news. A gang shooting at the Little League field. Thunderstorm tomorrow. I couldn't figure it out then, but it was actually winding me up, not down, and adding to the stockpile of stress in my mind.
Work It Out
Work It Out Everything is already worked out.Every sorrow, every heartache, every problem, every unpaid bill.I won't try to figure it out.Nothing is left undone.All is for my good.I thank You for wiping my tears,reminding me I am not alone.Prosperity is mine.
Truth in Advertising
Truth in Advertising Politicians and preachers have something in common - besides occasional sex scandals and corruption - and that is, the uncanny ability to always stay "on message." The same holds true in the world of advertising. I've written some copy for ad campaigns, and one of my favorites this year was for a charitable entity here in New Jersey,
Rescue Mission
Rescue Mission This morning I awakewith a mountain of debton my shoulders;I feel my feet slipas an avalanche of billssends me sliding out of control. Please rescue mefrom this frightening place;Please send reservesof time and patience,and financial resourcesto lift me from the path of...
