For those of you who have been long time readers, you know that I kick of each year by focusing on an area of growth to develop throughout the year. This year’s subject was inspired by a conversation that occurred while eating breakfast with a group of people one morning recently. Between bites of pancakesContinue reading “2023: Introducing This Year’s Question”
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2022: Be Present, Be Faithful, Be Generous: December Edition
“Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 3:13-14) (NIV) First, butterflies,Continue reading “2022: Be Present, Be Faithful, Be Generous: December Edition”
2022: Be Present, Be Faithful, Be Generous: March Edition
“I the Lord search the heart and examine the mind, to reward each person according to their conduct, according to what their deeds deserve.” Jeremiah 17:10 NIV This month had it’s up and downs. In some themes better than others. This month I learned more about being present and faithful more than anything else. DuringContinue reading “2022: Be Present, Be Faithful, Be Generous: March Edition”
Pains, Plans and Prayers
“Search me, God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. See if there is any offensive way in me and lead me in the way everlasting.”-Psalms 139:23-24 If you read my 2021: More Life, Peace and Goodness-June Edition you know that last month was a little rough. Sadly, it feels thatContinue reading “Pains, Plans and Prayers”
Starting over with a new therapist
About a month ago I got a call from the low-income clinic. “Hello, Amanda. I would like to inform you that your therapist will have to cancel your upcoming appointments until further notice. As we move forward with your care, I may just have to reschedule you with your current therapist or reassign you toContinue reading “Starting over with a new therapist”
2021:More Life, Peace and Goodness-April Edition
“In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps.” (Proverbs 16:9) This month was a rocky one. I am glad that May starts a fresh Chapter. Life has been up and down just like a roller coaster. I am excited for October because I have a big trip planned. Sometimes IContinue reading “2021:More Life, Peace and Goodness-April Edition”
Trying to control my Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) with birth control
Two weeks before my monthly period I start to feel like I am changing. I start feeling more sensitive. I start to feel happy one minute then sad the next. Sometimes I start crying for no reason. On top of the mood changes I experience physical changes such as tender breasts, bloating, and fatigue. OnceContinue reading “Trying to control my Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) with birth control”
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