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Depression is never an excuse to sit back and do nothing.

By Rebecca on July 26, 2018 • ( 2 Comments )

I posted this about six years ago. My mother has died. When I read this, I felt comforted knowing I had really tried with my mom. I had left no stone unturned. I thought maybe reposting this would encourage some of you who are dealing with someone who […]

How “smells” affect our moods

By Rebecca on July 11, 2018 • ( 2 Comments )

It’s ice cream season. For me, that means the flavor of vanilla. The only other ice cream flavor I like is Butter Pecan. But mostly I like vanilla. But I like vanilla for lots of reasons. I like vanilla in warm milk. (My daughter calls it sleepy-time […]

A fresh look can prompt a fresh outlook

By Rebecca on March 13, 2018 • ( 5 Comments )

( This post is one of my favorites from my archives. I hope you like it.) I posted once about how a fresh coat of paint can really brighten our mood, not just our walls. Well, my friend whose kitchen I helped paint was putting everything back together. I […]

Why “winning” isn’t always so good.

By Rebecca on February 21, 2018

Whoa! I’m too competitive. I’ve been playing “Words with Friends”. I really like the game, but it wasn’t until today that I realized I don’t always enjoy it because I’m so focused on winning. That has to change. But what’s the point of playing if it can’t also be fun? So […]

Does peace mean we sit back and do nothing?

By Rebecca on February 20, 2018

Sometimes I think Christians confuse “peace” with “do nothingness”. It isn’t the same. 1. Peace isn’t a feeling. Peace is a state of being. Peace means we are content with whatever comes our way. The book of Philippians in the Bible is probably the most quoted book in scripture […]

Faith, Sigh, and DIY

Growing in faith. Managing depression. Some great DIY's.