Gratitude Through Appreciating The Gift of Gratefulness

Posted on March 6, 2022March 6, 2022 by admin

Recently, I have been focusing on the word gratitude. Gratitude is usually thought of at Thanksgiving, as we gather and ponder our blessings. As I get older, gratitude seems to be a daily occurrence of reflection for myself. When I drive to work in the morning, I cross the Missouri River. As I look at the sunrise over the bridge, there is gratitude. Gratitude for the beauty of the colors of the rays. Appreciation for a job that I love. Gratitude for a new day.

A Perfect Blend of Coffee and Friendship, Savoring the Sweet Moments

Posted on February 6, 2022February 6, 2022 by admin

The definition for blend is to create a harmonius effect. In other words, to blend is to have things come together that are in agreement or work well together. Coffee and friendship are a perfect blend.

The Next Small Thing in Starting again

Posted on December 13, 2021December 13, 2021 by admin

I have heard of writers taking a break or sabbatical from writing. Taking a break from writing was something I didn’t think I would do, as writing was part of my weekly routine. However, the past several months I took a break from writing to reflect on how and if I wanted to continue writing. The initial posts focused on grief and finding the joy in each day. As time progressed, the posts were written to be a source of encouragement.

The Holiday Season~A Time to Ponder, Reflect and See the Joy Moments

Posted on November 29, 2020November 29, 2020 by admin

The holidays bring a time of reflection. It offers a time to ponder on what is important. Seeing the lights and hearing the stillness in the air provides time to think about what matters.

Finding Beauty in The Season of Change

Posted on October 25, 2020November 12, 2020 by admin

Fall has quickly transformed the leaves on the trees. The hues of red, orange and yellow are bountiful in color. The rainbow of leaves reminds me of of the brightness of colors. Sometimes the leaves swirl with the brisk breeze. At other times, the leaves seem to float down to the ground. We have those moments where things swirl around in the day to day. Some days we seem to float more than others.

When things swirl in the day to day or gracefully just are, may we look around and have a perspective of just being present.

Grateful for the Good Things

Posted on May 4, 2020June 26, 2020 by admin

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.

Unexpected Gifts at Robyn’s Nest of Hope

Posted on March 29, 2020June 26, 2020 by admin

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.

Lifting Others and Ourselves…Pausing and Reflecting~At Robyn’s Nest of Hope

Posted on March 15, 2020June 26, 2020 by admin

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!

Words from the Heart~Pen to Paper

Posted on January 20, 2020 by admin

May we look for ways to show appreciation through words. May we take the time to make our thoughts meaningful. May we think of someone to put pen to paper and send a note or card of gratitude.

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