Tag Archive: Character

Let’s All Stop Whining Forever

Okay…I’m embarrassed to admit that I’ve been whining lately about little things…things of which I have control over (which is even worse!).  So the Universe gave me a needed slap down and I… Continue reading

Courage

Courage, also known as fortitude, is the ability to confront fear, pain, danger, uncertainty, or intimidation, whether for ourselves or for others.  It can be divided into physical courage in the face of… Continue reading

The Best of What We Have to Offer

 Sometimes we feel we have nothing to offer.  But the best things in life are always free.  If all you have to offer is life’s values such as love, kindness, friendship, there is… Continue reading

The Great Escape-Goat

The Great Escape-Goat:  Blaming is worthless. It does nothing to help resolve a situation. After you’ve decided whom to blame, you’ve still made no progress. Blaming is for people who do not want… Continue reading

Be Careful What You Say

“Death and Life are in the Power of the Tongue” Proverbs 18:21 Words you say that you don’t mean can leave a lasting impression on another person. The wrong thing said at the… Continue reading

It’s Time to Get Back to What Matters

In this wealthy and abundant Country, we frequently take for granted the wonderful things we have.  We treat our loved ones with disrespect, we complain about minor issues, we get upset with strangers… Continue reading

What I’ve Learned From Life

“To never compromise your values or beliefs….even if you don’t get the job or the relationship”  Velinda

The Great Boatlift of 9/11 (A must watch video)

MDOrzF7B2Kg “I have one theory in life.  I never want to say the word I should have.  If I do it and I fail, I tried.  If I do it and I succeed,… Continue reading

A Must-Read Story

While waiting to pick up a friend at the airport in Portland, Oregon, I had one of those life-changing experiences that you hear other people talk about — the kind that sneaks up… Continue reading

Make it Right

“It’s never too late in life to make it right”  Jenna

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