Relationships

Six Practical Responses to Halloween

Yes, it is only the beginning of October, but Fall, Halloween and, even Christmas, are everywhere! I thought it might be interesting to take a look at the controversial topic…

Just Don’t Hug Me

Ernest Hemingway once said: ”In our darkest moments, we don’t need solutions or advice. What we yearn for is simply human connection—a quiet presence, a gentle touch. These small gestures…

What is taking up space in your head?

After returning to my quiet Tennessee town recently after visiting family in San Diego, I realized how much I treasure silence. My sister’s house blazes with activity—dogs, grandkids, people ……

Does This Bring Me Joy?

The phrase “does it bring you joy?” is often associated with the KonMari method, popularized by Marie Kondo, which encourages individuals to evaluate their belongings based on whether they “spark…

Singleness with Purpose

CHRISTIAN LIVING Singleness with Purpose NOVEMBER 17, 2010 |  BROOKS WALDRON How many times have you heard someone say, “He’s such a great guy, how is he still single?” Or, “She’s…

Living SINGLE: Amy K

Girl’s Trip 2020 was a bit different.  We had intended to go to either Las Vegas or Palm Springs for a few days. COVID-19 changed that, and instead, we took…

The Opposite Sex: Men

Last newsletter, I shared some thoughts on the mind of a woman. Simply stated, a woman’s mind is very complex, and yet not that complicated to explain. A woman thinks…

The Opposite Sex: Women

I am a thinker. I don’t run on emotion. I don’t like compliments. I only cry when really angry, disrespected or hit by a moving vehicle. My husband, on the…