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Gifts
We all have different gifts, each of which came because of the grace God gave us. Romans 12:6 In October, I started “Bullet Journaling,” a structure that focuses on productivity and mindfulness. Each month, I map out the month and also reflect on what I accomplished and am grateful for. And each day, I put […]
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Challenges
Every human meets these while maneuvering life’s journey; path becomes rugged; fog, clouds, storms impede steps grayness develops no one escapes… Umbrellas may shield friends protect accompany, this presence provides comfort, solace. In time sun’s rays breakthrough learning guides, hills surmounted smiles return with confidence, courage one arrives at other shore. By Lynn Doll
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Invitation to Our Retreat
The 2018 Marble Women’s Retreat is Friday to Sunday, March 16-18. And here’s good news – the deadline for “early-bird” registration has been extended! Register now until February 23 to save. In the relaxed setting of America’s Keswick Retreat Center in Whiting, New Jersey, join with other women to explore “Audacious Faith: Discovering the Valor in You”: Audacious faith is the raw material that […]
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What do I need to let go?
During the first weekend of February this year at our Spa Day for the Soul, we had a release table in the front of the room. What is a release table, you ask? Our head is oftentimes filled with doubts, negative thoughts, worries, fears, etc… I have seen versions of this “release table” in different […]
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What are your ?’s
“[F]or just one second, look at your life and see how perfect it is. Stop looking for the next secret door that is going to lead you to your real life. Stop waiting. This is it: there’s nothing else. It’s here, and you’d better decide to enjoy it or you’re going to be miserable wherever […]
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Sunday Music
For the first Sunday in Lent, I share a few pieces of music to start or end your day. Baba Yetu (The Lord’s Prayer in Swahili) The Lord’s Prayer My Help by the Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir I am Light by India Arie Be and Be Not Afraid by Tracy Chapman
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The Tool Box
Which essentials enable us to carry burdens, live life weathering problems? Which crucial requirements must we possess? Traits of: faith courage love forgiveness and quintessential belief of HOPE These tools can ease dark times interspersed with Prayer until LIGHT returns. by Lynn Doll
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Is it Ok to eat Alligator on a Friday during Lent?
Have you heard the story? A man wrote a letter to the Archbishop of New Orleans a few years ago asking if it was OK to eat Alligator on Fridays in Lent. And he said yes! The person who reached out to the Archbishop several years ago owns an Alligator Farm and Hatchery and the […]
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Finding the Light
“to shine on those living in darknessand in the shadow of death,to guide our feet into the path of peace.” Luke 1:79 “When it is dark enough, you can see the stars.” Ralph Waldo Emerson “Darkness cannot drive out darkness: only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate: only love can do that.” […]
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Giving Up +Making a Difference=Love
Ash Wednesday and Valentine’s Day–what an interesting combination day! It is all about Love after all! Happy Love Day All! Ash Wednesday, the first day of the forty-day journey called Lent. A time where many people fast, give something up, do daily devotions, journal regularly, or focus on doing good deeds and making an impact […]