A lot has happened since I last posted: Christmas has come and gone, a new year has already given us two more weeks of life, and we're all just trying to catch our breath. I had planned to start posting as soon as 2026 began, but I tripped over sickness and work and fell behind.… Continue reading Quote of the Week: “The snow may fall…”
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Quote of the Week: “Joy to the world…”
I usually begin each of these posts with the phrase "Happy Monday," yet the majority of the time, life makes us question, "Where is joy? Where is hope, and where is peace?" Challenges and fears can fall on us one by one until we feel like we're drowning. So, how can we say "Happy Monday"… Continue reading Quote of the Week: “Joy to the world…”
Quote of the Week: “Rejoice! Rejoice!”
Happy Monday! I hope you had a restful weekend. Today, I decided to share a quote from the Christmas carol "O Come, O Come, Emmanuel." This is one of my favorite Christmas carols because it reminds us that Jesus' birth fulfilled God's promise to send His Son, as found in the Old Testament of the… Continue reading Quote of the Week: “Rejoice! Rejoice!”
Quote of the Week: “It’s Beginning…”
Happy December! We have officially entered the Christmas season, and I thought it would be fun to use lyrics from Christmas songs for this month's quotes. As I briefly mentioned last week, it's easy to get caught in the hustle and bustle of our society during this time of year. Companies constantly make Christmas-themed advertisements… Continue reading Quote of the Week: “It’s Beginning…”
Quote of the Week: “For love casts out fear…”
Happy Monday! As the holidays steadily approach, it's easy for us to feel rushed and overwhelmed. Schedules fill up, money flies out the door, and work doesn't slow down. However, during this season, we should take time to show love and gratitude. This quote by Louisa May Alcott reminds us of the importance of love… Continue reading Quote of the Week: “For love casts out fear…”
Quote of the Week: “Be comforted, dear soul…”
Happy Monday! This week, I wanted to share a quote with you from Louisa May Alcott's Little Women. “Be comforted, dear soul! There is always light behind the clouds.” Louisa May Alcott, Little Women Whatever you're going through right now, remember that there is hope and light. May you have a blessed week filled with… Continue reading Quote of the Week: “Be comforted, dear soul…”
Quote of the Week: “Sometimes we get so tied up…”
Remember when we were kids and our parents had to force us to try new foods? If I had it my way, I would have eaten Kraft Mac and Cheese every day. Thankfully, my mom encouraged me to try new things, and if it weren't for her, I might have never discovered how much I… Continue reading Quote of the Week: “Sometimes we get so tied up…”
Quote of the Week: “And that’s part of our trouble. Thinking things are inevitable…”
If I have learned one thing this year, it's that things change. Seasons change, places change, languages change, and people change. It can be a hopeful and terrifying thought, depending on what stage of life you're in. This week's quote views change as hope, and I want to share it with you. “And that’s part… Continue reading Quote of the Week: “And that’s part of our trouble. Thinking things are inevitable…”
Mastering the Art of Rest: Simple Activities for Your Day Off
Photo by Kasuma on Pexels.com Happy Labor Day! This Monday, I wanted to share something a little different from my typical "Quote of the Week" post. I've noticed that many people don't really know how to rest. Oftentimes, when people get a day off work, they'll do chores around their house or run errands. If… Continue reading Mastering the Art of Rest: Simple Activities for Your Day Off
Quote of the Week: “I believe the nicest and sweetest days…”
Happy Monday! I hope you had a blessed weekend. This week, I wanted to share a quote with you from Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery. "I believe the nicest and sweetest days are not those on which anything very splendid or wonderful or exciting happens but just those that bring simple little pleasures,… Continue reading Quote of the Week: “I believe the nicest and sweetest days…”
Quote of the Week: “So we choose to see…”
Happy Monday! I hope you had a restful weekend. This week's quote comes from The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah. "So we choose to see miracles." Kristin Hannah, The Nightingale We can't avoid trials and tribulations on this Earth, but what we can do is find blessings amid the chaos. I know, this is way easier… Continue reading Quote of the Week: “So we choose to see…”
Quote of the Week: “Love has to be stronger than hate…”
Happy Monday! I hope you had a beautiful weekend, feel refreshed, and are ready for a new week. This week's quote comes from one of my favorite books, The Nightingale. I've posted a quote from this novel before, but it's full of amazing passages, so I couldn't help myself. 😊 "Love has to be stronger… Continue reading Quote of the Week: “Love has to be stronger than hate…”
Practicing Sincerity: Learning How to be Truly Happy for Others in Their Success
Photo by Hassan OUAJBIR on Pexels.com When someone tells you about something exciting in their life, what is your immediate reaction? Are you excited for them, or do you feel jealous? Do you ask them questions about this news, or do you not really care? It often depends on the person and the information they… Continue reading Practicing Sincerity: Learning How to be Truly Happy for Others in Their Success
Quote of the Week: “Happiness isn’t something that depends on our surroundings…”
Happy Monday! I hope you are healthy, enjoying some beautiful weather, and excited about starting a new week. This week's quote is from my favorite memoir, The Hiding Place by Corrie ten Boom. As usual, if you've never read it before, I recommend it. “Happiness isn’t something that depends on our surroundings [...] It’s something… Continue reading Quote of the Week: “Happiness isn’t something that depends on our surroundings…”
The Sun Still Rises: Finding Joy in Change
The photos below were both taken on March 12th around 7:30 a.m., but I didn't take them on the same day. I took the first picture exactly one year ago, in 2024, and I took the second one today, in 2025. A gorgeous March sunrise in 2024 A beautiful March sunrise in 2025 Now that… Continue reading The Sun Still Rises: Finding Joy in Change
3 Simple Ways to Start Your Day with a Smile
Photo by Acharaporn Kamornboonyarush on Pexels.com It's hard. It's hard to get out of bed. It's hard to accomplish our tasks. It's hard to have fun. It's hard to smile. Sometimes, it's hard to live. Unfortunately, there's not an easy fix to this. But thankfully for us, a difficult life doesn't guarantee a pointless one,… Continue reading 3 Simple Ways to Start Your Day with a Smile
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