How do you handle “hard?” Are you adept at responding to hard circumstances? Reflecting on how I personally handle hard, I quickly developed some thoughts… First, I have to admit that I’ve been blessed when it comes to having to cope with hard things in my life. But when they do occur, I am fortunate […]

One of the things I appreciate about Martin Luther King Jr. Day is seeing his words and the lessons they teach being spread and celebrated in so many spaces. Here’s one I saw several times: “Darkness cannot drive out darkness. Only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate. Only love can do that.” […]

“Inspiration turns into impact because you have the courage to start something and the persistence to follow through.” – Tom and David Kelley Inspiration is a funny thing.  We can be sitting on our couch watching television and be inspired. We can be sitting in a pew at church and be inspired. We can read […]

My hope is that you have been experiencing great joy in this season. I’m learning that “joy” comes from where your heart is and where your mind is set. In this season, can you set your mind on blessings? They surround us if we pay attention. Roofs over our heads. Great communities where we live. […]