My Nest
Life in our ReFeathered Nest
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Empty Nest Travels – San Francisco CA
I decided I would share some pictures of our empty nest travels we have had the joy and blessing to take during the past few years. One of our plans to Re-feather our…
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Faberge the Jobs of Eggs and you
Last year I was able to fulfill one of my lifelong wishes and dreams. I was able to view several authentic Faberge Eggs at a museum exhibition at Texas A&M. It really happened…
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Journal in a Box
I found that writing and keeping journals helped me navigate through some of the hard times I experienced at first. Here is an easy quick way to do a journal for the month…
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Pinterest, the world beyond Facebook
"Without a map there is no treasure", so try planning some creative online time today!
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Living in purpose or what kind of eggs do you like
You have entered a time of your life where you can reward yourself for a job well done in raising your children. You may be filled with tears, doubt, sadness. But there is…
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A New Year and Obsolete Technology
As you think about refeathering your empty nest, consider thinking about if you really NEED the newest and greatest gadget. If you do, remember to plan on what you will do with your…
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Refeathering The Empty Nest
Well, the house is semi-clean (although it’s always a work in progress). Some major house renovations were successfully finished. And now that the first grandchild is on the way, I think I can…
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Live Free of If Only
Besides my Bible, I read 10 pages from a good book every day. I’m currently reading (on my Kindle App) “Live Free”. by Kendra Smiley. Today’s lesson – Don’t let the “if onlys”…
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Attitude is a choice
I listened to a great radio broadcast by Troy Dooly about Attitude. He said something that really impressed me today. “Your attitude is a reflection of what is in your heart”. Wow.…
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A Little Positive Reinforcement
A recent bout with a sore throat found me needing some fresh cough drops. Instead of the generic brand, I reached for a good, old standard “Halls”. Much to my surprise, when I…
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Happy Labor Day
I grew up during an era where we honored the flag. Children were taught to respect the red,white & blue by removing their hats and putting their hands over their hearts. We said…
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The History of Crayons and Life
While riding to the office this morning, this thought hit me…and I began a little Google research on my smart phone. SO, the more I read the more I think what in…
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Are you ready to Stand By Me
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Us-TVg40ExM[/youtube] I am inspired every time I hear this song. I love this version by the “Playing for a Change” project. At some point in your life, no matter who you are, no…
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30 Day Gratitude Challenge
Back in December I truly became burdened to be more of an example of Gratitude. This was fire was an ember when I spoke to a young lady regarding some things going on…
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5 Hints To Get Out Of A Rut
Have you ever been in a rut before? Or worse, are you in a rut now? You know when you are in a rut when life just seems like the “ho-hum” same daily…
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5 Before 11 Tasks
In yesterday’s post I mentioned about the 5 before 11 tasks as mentioned in “The 7 Minute Solution” by Allyson Lewis. In this video, “Kicking Your 5 Before 11 Into High Gear” a…
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Sum Sum Summertime
It’s Summertime! [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X1DEi0hqaYs[/youtube] Here in the South Summer time officially kicks off after Memorial Day. We don’t have to worry about any more cold weather. It’s time for sandals, school is out and…
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Is Opportunity Knocking?
Back in February I started reading a book called “The 7 Minute Solution” by Allyson Lewis. I saw the advertisement in January issue of “Success Magazine”. After reading a quick preview about the…
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In His Nest – Scriptures on Refuge or Safety in the Lord
A nest can be defined as a “place of safety or refuge”. I am comforted daily by the knowledge that I am in God’s nest. Psalm 139 for me is the ultimate…