I’ve been reading a book about connecting (Amazon affiliate link – I may get money if you purchase that) with one’s child rather than yelling. Honestly, I’m a yeller. That’s not my go-to parenting move, but when I’m pushed over and over and over and over (as kinds can do), I sometimes eventually yell. Most […]
Grace in the Past
I sometimes remember two situations in my past where someone said something unkind to me. I rewind the moments like a movie in my mind. I continue wondering how I messed up and caused someone to say unkind things (yup, I apparently have issues). Or I think about what I could have said in the […]
Would You Like Some Lemonade?
While on a training run for an upcoming 10k, I ran by some kids with a free lemonade stand (I’m guessing they were making their money off tips). Rather than interrupt my run and brighten their day by giving them the opportunity to serve someone, I just ran by saying, “No thanks.” While growing up, […]