I think most of us know of the old saying, "Diamonds are a girls best friend". Are they?

A diamond is very attractive to the eye and made of the hardest material that doesn't achieve its luster, clarity, or brilliance overnight. A diamond is developed over time and under much pressure. Many woman drool at the sight of a diamond or the thought of owning them.

I got into a conversation yesterday with one of my clients about diamonds, or jewelry in general. I don't like to wear a lot of jewelry. Continue reading

The Bride walks down the aisle, toward her Beloved. A veil cascades across her face, concealing the look about her countenance. The BrideGroom waits for her patiently, but with anticipation as she draws closer and closer. He stands tall and proud, almost regal, as she draws yet closer still. It is as though he were king and the queen were drawing neigh. She reaches her destination, facing the Groom, who, at this time, reaches out toward the Bride and gently lifts the veil. There they stand, no more veils between Continue reading

There is a time and season for everyone under God's sun, by the Authority of His Son.(Ecclesiastes 3)

Think about that statement...that is powerful. Every person on earth has a reason to be here. Without a reason there is little direction or determination to prevail upon the heart to pursue, anything. We all want to be happy, but happy is a state of mind and an attitude and has little to do with our circumstances. I've known in my life the richest of people and I have also known the poorest Continue reading

"Life is a flower of which love is the honey." ~Victor Hugo

I was out in my garden today. Each time I venture there it is like the whisper of the Lord's Voice meets me, saying, "Here you are, our time together again....I've been waiting for you."  I don't know what it is with me and my Lord amongst the petals in my quiet sanctuary, but that is exactly what it is, my sanctuary. My garden is a place of refuge for me, always has been that way. The busier life Continue reading

“Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I will say, rejoice! Let your gentleness be known to all men.” Phil. 4:4-5

Lessons Learned from Cinderella…

I think most people have seen the Disney children’s animated feature, “Cinderella”. It is a timeless classic and I have always felt it is full of teachable moments for our children, but for us adults as well.

When my daughter was very young, 3 and 4 years of age, she was quite precocious and vibrant. She was always pleasant to be around and rarely threw a tantrum. I knew Continue reading