Friday, April 16, 2010

Do-over Day!


I’ve often said, “Enjoy today - make it your best day ever because we don’t get a do-over!” But today’s different – it's a do-over day! Here’s why - I’ll begin the day in Sydney, Australia, then fly to Hawaii tonight - actually arriving in Honolulu – this morning! Because of crossing over the international dateline, it’s a do-over day!

Wouldn’t it be great if we had do-over days? Think of the possibilities. Impatient with your child before school? Do-over! Snapped at your spouse for working late? Do-over! Missed an opportunity to show kindness to a stranger? Didn’t take time to share that cup of coffee with a friend? Tasks not completed? Passed on the exercise class? Do-over!

Granted, it’s an unusual circumstance to actually do-over a day, but it’s not too late to place at least one or two priorities on our list each day, every day – love others, choose joy, show kindness, and yes, the biggie – patience. Regardless if your day’s just beginning in Australia - or ending in the States, we can begin now.

If only I could do-over yesterday’s television appearance on the Morning Show in Sydney! I can think of a thousand things I “could-a/would-a” said on their “Happy Families” personality segment! Urgh! Oh well, as we know, not every day’s a do-over. Sometimes we just have to accept that we did our best and tomorrow – thank goodness - we’ll get another shot.

Until then, may this be your best day – or two – ever!

Tuesday, March 23, 2010

Health Care

Our current government has refused to reflect the mandate of the American people. We have a BIG fight on our hands, but thank goodness - we have an even BIGGER God. Let us rest assured that NONE of this is new news to Him and ALL of this has been - and will be - used for His purpose. HIS will - will be done, regardless of this temporary victory. As you're aware, our country is in desperate need of extensive prayers!

Friday, January 8, 2010


Mounds of snow BURIED the spot light in front of our house, but last night the light burst through - shining brighter than ever. Just like when we're in the midst of the winter storms of LIFE, we too, can trust God's light to burst through and shine bright in all circumstances.