Joel Osteen

Gentle Reminder or a Knock to the Head

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Of late I've not been practicing what I preach, as the saying goes.  I've gotten away from my daily practice of gratitude and it happened when I stopped blogging every day. Today, two V-8 knocks to my forehead reminded me that I've got to get back to writing every day and, more importantly, return to expressing my gratitude for … Continue reading Gentle Reminder or a Knock to the Head

“Boys Will Be Boys” Follow-Up

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I've experienced days, like most people, of deep, deep sadness or despair.  Grief, loss, loneliness, each powerful emotions that can cripple anyone from living a life of joy and happiness.  I don't know anyone who can work through trauma on their own and no one should ever have to, ever. On Thursday I blogged about … Continue reading “Boys Will Be Boys” Follow-Up

Sunday Morning: Joel Osteen or Spongebob?

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Whether we identify them as such or not, we all probably have a Sunday morning ritual. When I was living single, my Sunday morning routine included a cup of hot coffee, pancakes for one, and reading the Sunday paper; classifieds first, then the wedding notices, and finally the coupons. I've continued with variations on the … Continue reading Sunday Morning: Joel Osteen or Spongebob?