by Nif on February 1, 2010
Here, let me share. A couple of Saturdays ago, I went on a 12-mile run. I tell you this to let you know that I had 2 hours to do nothing but think about this. :) As I was running, I thought about all the lessons I have learned from running, and compared it to [...]
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attitude,
courage,
encouragement,
exercise,
Inspiration,
motivation,
resilience,
self-discipline
by admin on September 11, 2009
I usually post “Casual Friday” recommendations, but since today is September 11th, I wanted to pay homage to our country as we remember what happened on this date in 2001. O, America Music: William Joseph Words: Brendan Graham Performed by Celtic Woman O, America you’re calling, I can hear you calling me: You are calling [...]
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Inspiration,
values
by Nif on September 2, 2009
by admin on August 20, 2009
I have always loved music. I love to sing (even though I’m terrible), interpret the lyrics, wonder what the artist was feeling when he or she wrote and/or performed the song, wonder who the song was written for, feel the rhythm, and also dance to it. Music seems to feed by soul in a way [...]
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dreams,
encouragement,
Inspiration,
motivation
by Nif on August 18, 2009
The sheriff is in town and has laid (lain?) down the law. This summer was different than it has been in 4 years. For the past 5 years, I have been a school administrator where I had to work 12 months and was not home with my kids during the summer vacation from school. My [...]
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chores,
family,
motherhood,
parenting,
positive attitude
by admin on August 4, 2009
It is easy for a person to feel small and without influence, but what we should realize is that even though we are one, we can create great change and have a positive influence on those around us. Life is challenging, continuous, and ever-changing. We have to discard the numbing thoughts that change is impossible and difficulties [...]
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attitude,
influence,
motherhood,
trim tab
I’m always looking for ways to do things better, more efficiently, and/or frugally. I hope to share what I find with you here, and I hope you’ll share your ideas, too! Since summer is here, I don’t like to spend a lot of time in the kitchen, especially cleaning it. With two kids, sometimes it [...]
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motherhood,
time management,
timesaver
If today was your last day… Would you make your mark By mending a broken heart? You know it’s never too late To shoot for the stars, Regardless of who you are So do whatever it takes ’cause you can’t rewind A moment in this life Let nothin’ stand in your way ’cause the hands [...]
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love,
motherhood,
parenting,
regrets