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Life lessons from the South

Once a year, I go on a girls trip with my best friend, Julieann, whom I call “Buddy.” We’ve been friends for over 38 years. This year’s trip was to...
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Unlock Your Potential and Embrace a Life of Freedom at Free to Receive – A Transformational Women’s Conference

Introducing.... Welcome to the inaugural annual women's conference, Free to Receive! Are you feeling stuck, burdened by your past, or disconnected from your true self? If so, you are not...
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Sitting in the void

 Zorro, full of life and wearing a black bandit mask, rescued us in 2011. Over a decade of doing life together, he filled spaces in our hearts with love—places we...
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When you don’t know what to do

I was texting with my spiritual director about not knowing what to do in a particular situation. She suggested I make a list of pros and cons. This morning, I...
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Content

Each of us, moment by moment, stand in the unknown.  The unrevealed future makes room for worry, anxiety and fear. I write in my journal, drawing hearts around my questions....
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Divine Symmetry

I heard the saying, “divine symmetry” on a podcast. Those two words felt so impactful. The pastor defined divine symmetry as: “Things that happen that might seem like a coincidence,...
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I wouldn’t change a thing.

An older (or shall I say, wiser) friend texted me yesterday.  As we exchanged words, we landed on how time is fleeting. Mesmerized by her response, I lingered. “I wouldn’t...
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Questions

Asking ourselves loving questions brings internal clarity and sheds light on our perceptions. With examination, we no longer sit on the sidelines, but are gracefully led to transformation. I’ve been...
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A doctor versus a physician

Like a path that’s been destroyed by floodwaters, you can’t bridge doctor and physician. A doctor has a parochial mindset. It’s a checking of corporate boxes and the notation that...