“Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens.” If you’ve ever seen the movie, The Sound of Music, you’ll remember Julie Andrews singing those words to the children when they were scared because of a thunderstorm. The simple delights she sings about are the things that make her happy. During this Christmas season, it’s easy to…
How Long Does Grief Last
When you’re grieving, you feel like it will never end. Everyone grieves differently and you must have patience with yourself. Since my son, Bobby died, I get asked this question: ‘How long does grief last?’ I wish I had an answer. Grief lasts as long as it lasts. I counted it a win after a…
When It’s OK to be ANTI
When it’s okay to be anti
How to Break Up With Your Hairdresser
Are you one of those women who schedule the next hair appointment the minute you hand your credit card or cash to your hairdresser? Do you record the appointment on your calendar four, six, or eight weeks in the future? Most of us do. We want to make sure to save our space because our…
Bottle Misery
I am beginning to think there’s an evil group of monsters who design packaging so difficult to open that one needs a knife, hammer, and bolt cutters to get to the contents. In the last couple of weeks, I’ve tried to open a bottle of salad dressing, a label-maker, and a package of salad mix.…
Why should dying scare a professing Christian?
In my father’s house are many mansions. If it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. John 14:12 “I’m afraid to die.” I’ve heard this comment from more than one older person. And all are professing Christians. What is going on? Christians have an abiding belief…
Growing up is not a piece of cake – Life lessons learned with age
Our friends at Landmark Living have posted another informative and insightful article on aging…. Everyone faces challenges which you have to be prepared for. Problems are there to make you stronger but only if you let them! Dealing with challenges helps you become a stronger person. Whether you are young or old, the issues below…
Grouchiness, Aging and Dementia
Question from a reader: My aging grandmother is becoming more grouchy and pushy. She doesn’t hesitate to voice whatever she thinks, whether or not it’s rude. How does a Christian deal with that? The Bible says to honor our father and mother, so how do we honor our aging loved ones when they act like…
Caring for an aging loved one
Have you ever flipped through old photos? Many times I don’t recognize the people whose picture I captured years ago. People pass in and out of our lives. We move. We change jobs or churches. We no longer have common interests. Sometimes a death occurs. With the result that a photo taken years ago no…
Three Major Benefits of Senior Living – considering your options
One of the most challenging facets of life is how quickly things change as a person ages. The time spent building a life, working hard, and raising a family seems to pass in an instant. Once the kids move out and start families of their own, a beautiful home can become an empty place. This…