You Can’t Have What You Criticize and Condemn
“If you can’t be happy for someone else’s success, you’ll never become successful. You can’t have what you criticize and condemn.” – Sean Croxton
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The Stolen Turkey
Ducking into confession with a turkey in his arms, Brian said, “Forgive me, Father, for I have sinned. I stole this turkey to feed my family. Would you take it and settle my guilt?” “Certainly not,” said the Priest. “As … Continue reading →
So Much Has Been Given to Me
“So much has been given to me; I have no time to ponder over that which has been denied.” – Helen Keller
Continue reading →Wearing Gratitude
“Wear gratitude like a cloak and it will feed every corner of your life.” – Rumi
Continue reading →Everyday Thanksgiving
Even though I huddle in my bed and put off rising, thank you Lord, that I have the strength to rise. There are many who are bedridden. Even though the first hour of my day is hectic, when socks are … Continue reading →
Worry and Joy
“Worry never robs tomorrow of its sorrow, it only saps today of its joy.” – Leo Buscaglia
Continue reading →Reasons to Cry and Smile
“When life gives you a hundred reasons to cry, show life that you have a thousand reasons to smile.”
Continue reading →Moments
“In happy moments, praise God. In difficult moments, seek God. In quiet moments, worship God. In painful moments, trust God. In every moment, thank God.”
Continue reading →Before I Was a Mom
Before I was a Mom, I made and ate hot meals. I had unstained clothing. I had quiet conversations on the phone. Before I was a Mom, I slept as late as I wanted and never worried about how late … Continue reading →
Private, Individual, Selfish Miracles
“After all, I don’t see why I am always asking for private, individual, selfish miracles when every year there are miracles like white dogwood.” – Anne Morrow Lindbergh
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