Monthly Archives: July 2009

Cause and Effect

Posted on July 29, 2009 by Amy

A conscious awareness of cause and effect in my life is helpful. Unfortunately, I’m not always conscious of the effect of my words, my tone, or my tendency to build walls around me. I’m a work in progress. Continue reading →

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Seattle

Posted on July 27, 2009 by Amy

The Space Needle was my beacon as I ran the unfamiliar streets of Seattle. God is my beacon in every day. Who or what is your beacon? What happens when you’re separated from your beacon? Continue reading →

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Welcoming the Inevitable

Posted on July 25, 2009 by Amy

I turn 40 today. I’m not dreading it. Instead, I’m thankful for the people in my life, my health, my business and my faith. The people in my life have brought me much joy in the past 10 years. Continue reading →

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Storm approaching

Posted on July 24, 2009 by Amy

Running toward a storm this morning, made me think how much we try to avoid the figurative storms in our lives. Without those storms, we’d miss out on opportunities to learn, grow and stretch our character, and grow closer to God. Having avoided this morning’s rainstorm, I was also convicted how often I assume the worst and how far I have to go to living a more positive life. Continue reading →

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Influencing Others

Posted on July 13, 2009 by Amy

Everyone has someone over whom they have influence. A child, co-worker, friend who seeks advice or aspires to be more like the person they admire. What we do with the power of influence is critically important. Do we use our power to influence people positively or negatively? Morally or immorally? For God or for the world? How can you be a more godly influence on those around you today? Continue reading →

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Life, death and many moments in between

Posted on July 6, 2009 by Amy

God’s majesty is present in our lives every day — from our first breath to our last. Time to stop and take notice. Continue reading →

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