Love causes us to reflect on what really matters in our lives. Love may evoke sadness as we think of disappointing times. Love can cause us to show care and extend grace. It enables us to appreciate the things and people that make us love the day to day.
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“You don’t need to see the whole staircase, just take the first step.” (Martin Luther King Jr.) These words I have taken to heart, as I started to work on a home improvement project that would take time and effort. May we seek ways to step out and try new things. May we remember the steps taken to reach our goals. May we take one step at a time and see the beauty in the day to day.
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Recently, I have been reading Make Something Good Today by Erin & Ben Napier. One night, I was watching their show Home Town and enjoyed their renovations of the homes in their small town. Creating and making something new or repurposed is one of my favorite pursuits.The words “make something good today” speaks to finding something positive in our day-to day. There are days when it’s hard to see the good. In these times of uncertainty, it is difficult to focus on the good.
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What are things you celebrate? The small and the big things matter. Think about the ways to celebrate in your life. Maybe it’s partaking in cup of tea, calling a friend, reminiscing memories, and dreaming of things to come.
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May we hold onto gifts received that have brought joy. May we seek opportunities to encourage others as a gift. When change occurs, may we hold onto hope for each moment. Gifts…at times unexpected…at times a happy surprise…at times given…at times received…wrapped up in a variety of ways.
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How do you lift yourself when times are difficult? May we look for the good when life is crazy. May we seek to pause and reflect. May we hear the quiet as we slow down. May we enjoy those things that lift us up!
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As the spring season unfolds, may we listen to the sounds of spring…the birds, the water rippling at the river, the laughter of children outside playing. May we see the beauty in nature…flowers blooming, green grass growing and the blue sky overhead.
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May we find the beauty in things that cause us to appreciate the now. May we look for another view…a snowy day, a new day, a brighter view than before.
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