Tag Archives: Faith

Yesterday’s troubles

Posted on May 3, 2013 by

i saw this quote in the comments section of my friend Renee’s blog http://positiveboomer.net/2013/04/19/a-new-day-is-dawning/. “Yesterday’s troubles are written in sand, wiped out of existence by God’s own hand.” Having lived an hour and a half from the ocean for about 11 … Continue reading →

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A bag of tools

Posted on April 29, 2013 by

We are each given a unique set of gifts and talents. What we do with them either becomes part of the problems of the world, or part of the solution, don’t they? I don’t really stop and think about the … Continue reading →

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In our hearts we all long

Posted on April 27, 2013 by

“In our hearts we all long for a more real, more vibrant and deeper faith–a real faith. we meet real faith in people who know the real god. real faith requires an attentive heart.  We experience faith in action before … Continue reading →

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Palm Sunday

Posted on March 23, 2013 by

Sunday is palm sunday. I got to thinking about that today. Yes the people waved palm branches as.Jesus rode into Jerusalem.  Yes they laid palms down in his path. Those are the outward signs of his arrival. He was, albeit … Continue reading →

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Bridges and baskets

Posted on March 20, 2013 by

Bridges help us get across troubled waters. They provide a great view, and can be a little intimidating. Life is like that, too. Here we are, inching closer to Easter. We may be ready to collapse. We may be  in … Continue reading →

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David continues his quest

Posted on March 12, 2013 by

Monday, David did not pass his test. But he continues his quest. He has to wait a month before he can re-test. That gives him a month to learn more. However, when he took the test on Monday, some amazing … Continue reading →

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A big prayer request and a tribute to a VERY special student

Posted on March 8, 2013 by

Sometimes you just know that a student has such hope and such promise. I have a student, named David, who is that kind of student. I have been working with him for a few months. He is an amazingly dedicated … Continue reading →

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Beauty

Posted on March 1, 2013 by

“ Thornton Wilder wrote that “We can only be said to be alive in those moments when our hearts are conscious of our treasures”. What indeed does make us conscious of our treasures? I don’t always stop to think about my … Continue reading →

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Teach me to fly, Lord

Posted on February 22, 2013 by

“When God pushes you to the edge, trust Him fully, because only two things can happen. Either He will catch you when you fall or He will teach you how to fly”. I really love that quote. Yes I love … Continue reading →

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What do you want now? Really?

Posted on February 14, 2013 by

On Valentine’s Day we often think about cards, flowers, candy, maybe even jewelry. But these days I am thinking more of grand ideas. I am thinking of what I would really love to have if I could have anything. Do … Continue reading →

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Every day is a miracle

Posted on February 13, 2013 by

“You either live your life like every day is a miracle or you live your life like nothing is a miracle. And I believe that. And I’m a happy guy.” ~  Robert Herjavec I love that statement. Think bout that. If … Continue reading →

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God Really Does Have a Plan

Posted on February 10, 2013 by

Do you ever feel like a tiny boat made of leaves and twigs, and you are caught in a fast moving creek? God knows how to reach you and save you. Fear Not! ” God Has A Purpose for your … Continue reading →

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He Loves Me Despite the Fact

Posted on February 9, 2013 by

So don’t be discouraged. Dust yourself off, and get up, and keep trying. You may not see it, but you are improving. You may not be improving as quickly and steadily as you desire. But what He desires (and the … Continue reading →

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A Thing Created Is Loved

Posted on February 8, 2013 by

““The whole difference between construction and creation is exactly this: that a thing constructed can only be loved after it is constructed; but a thing created is loved before it exists.” ― Charles Dickens In our lives we construct and … Continue reading →

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Every day I try

Posted on February 7, 2013 by

I am digging my way through multiple projects. At times like that there are definitely times that I get bogged down and overwhelmed. Thus far this week that feeling has not overtaken me. Instead I am feeling more practical and … Continue reading →

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Remember the Humble Carrot (part 2 of 2)

Posted on February 6, 2013 by

In my last post I started talking about spunk. I mentioned Spunk Transplants. By that I mean helping my students find their “inner spunk”. I believe that we are each hardwired to have a well of spunk to draw upon … Continue reading →

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There Will Come a time

Posted on February 3, 2013 by

Don’t you just love that little poster? When you feel like you have been dragged through a knothole by life, remember that. When the week has exhausted you, remember that. Our time on this earth is but a moment, when … Continue reading →

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An utterly charming man

Posted on February 1, 2013 by

My first encounter with a celebrity occurred when i was in London while I was in college. My friend and I had purchased discount tickets to see the play Harvey starring Jimmy Stewart.   The play was terrific and so was he. … Continue reading →

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Here is a way to gain perspective!

Posted on January 31, 2013 by

How can I gain perspective? Yes, of course I can de-clutter, organize my time, write, blog, and exercise. I can focus on what is important and let the rest go. We all know that. What are other ways to gain … Continue reading →

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Is this your Season of Grace?

Posted on January 29, 2013 by

When we put off what God has told us to do, we miss that season of grace. But, if you’ll deal with things as soon as God brings them to light, you’ll have a special grace, a special empowerment. You’ll … Continue reading →

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Why I became a tutor: Maybe you would like to, too

Posted on January 27, 2013 by

There are many reasons that teachers and tutors give for teaching. Typical reasons include the joy of seeing students learn. While this is certainly the case for me as well, an even more important reason to me was to help … Continue reading →

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God cares today, tomorrow, and every day

Posted on January 24, 2013 by

Do you get the doldrums or feel just wrung out or overwrought sometimes? I know I do. I am not feeling that way today, but there ARE times. When I hit those times, well…what is it like? I will tell … Continue reading →

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Only He Can See : Epiphany

Posted on January 6, 2013 by

Boy it is hard to believe that sometimes, isn’t it? I don’t know if you know about Corrie Ten Boom. She survived a concentration camp as a young girl. so for her to say that is quite significant. For her … Continue reading →

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Two Ways to Live Your Life

Posted on January 4, 2013 by

You know, I think that is a beautiful way to think of it. Of course, when you stop to think about it, every moment is a miracle. Every moment gives a chance to be loving, see the extraordinary in the … Continue reading →

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Ahead and Behind

Posted on January 2, 2013 by

C.S. Lewis wrote “There are far better things ahead than any we leave behind”. Isn’t that an appropriate statement as we begin a new year? I thought so. The past year has been a series of mountains and valleys. A … Continue reading →

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God Isn’t Finished With Me Yet

Posted on January 2, 2013 by

When I started this blog in 2011 at the urging of my dear friend Dana, I didn’t know how it would go, what my purpose was, or what my focus would be. Of course, that has NEVER stopped me from … Continue reading →

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Happy New Year! Whenever One Door Closes I Hope One Door Opens

Posted on December 31, 2012 by

Are you like me? Does the end of the year make you reflective? Are you a list maker and a list reader? I am. At year’s end I think of the long and winding road of the year that is … Continue reading →

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In Honor of Families

Posted on December 30, 2012 by

Sunday was the Feast of the Holy Family~ I am posting this wondrous sermon about families…..may your family be blessed in the new year: FEAST OF THE HOLY FAMILY   It is tempting –and easy– to dismiss the humanity of … Continue reading →

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Sometimes I love the Concept of Final Exams!

Posted on December 20, 2012 by

This has been quite a big tutoring week for me. An even bigger week for my students, of course. My junior high and high school students had finals. So there have been extra tutoring sessions, and longer tutoring sessions. By … Continue reading →

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Praying for the children, the families in Connecticut

Posted on December 14, 2012 by

Oh how sorrowful for the families in Connecticut. How sorrowful to have those Christmas gifts that were carefully tucked away or ordered, which will never be opened. My heart goes out to them. I am sure that everyone’s hearts ache … Continue reading →

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Thankfulness and Happiness

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