Morning Guidance

This morning I woke with praise for the Almighty on my lips.  Yes, my head was pounding and my thoughts blurred by sleep.  During the early morning hours, I woke a few times before I got up.  Each time I thanked God for the day, his graces, or for being my God before fading back to sleep. 

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Out of Step

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(Photo by Jon Tyson on Unsplash)

Yesterday morning, I woke in a good mood.  My post was ready to go.  I looked forward to a wonderful day.  It just needed the audio clip and a few tweaks.  I signed onto my work desktop and opened my email.  The email’s subject line put me on notice.  Trouble was brewing.  Uh oh… Do I open it or ignore it? Continue reading “Out of Step”

Praise, Stars, and Treasure

I am praying you are blessed this Easter and Passover.  I woke praising God again.  I couldn’t stop it.  The evil one pricked me with guilt and I didn’t buy it!  Not one little bit.  I have found joy in the shadows. Continue reading “Praise, Stars, and Treasure”

Finding Peace

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Photo by Mick Haupt on Unsplash

During the storm thinking muddles and I battle fear and pain.  Once the storm passes, peace settles in the atmosphere.  The sky clears to a bright blue.  I survey the debris.  The actions needed fall into place.  God provides the tools I need and I get back to work. Continue reading “Finding Peace”

Mediocre Really?

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Photo by Jo Jo on Unsplash

Living a quiet mediocre life does not bring the peace I crave.  For decades I listened to the words of those screaming into the nearest microphone.  I responded with silence.  The louder they screamed, the more I retreated to the middle of the road.  I neither agree nor disagree. Continue reading “Mediocre Really?”