The key to recovering calm is setting boundaries around regular time for renewal. Refuse to honor any guilt you may feel for taking time for yourself. You need this time to recharge so you can better take care of others. You need this time to stay well and to run with perseverance the race marked out for you. Jesus frequently retreated to quiet … [Read more...]
Microsoft Virus Alert: Should you call?
The Microsoft virus alert warns you that your computer is infected and tells you to call a number for help. Does Microsoft warn about viruses? No. The warning can be a pop-up message or an email that installs a worm if you click a button or link. Scam artists are also calling people at random and misrepresenting themselves as Microsoft. … [Read more...]
Examining Intention and Living with Purpose
Most of us have a ton of choices every day. It's easy to just go with the flow, get lost in the day and waste hours of potential for growth, for peace, for contributing to family or society, for being a friend. Social media, the news of the day, health or parenting concerns, and a host of other distractions the draw us away from what matters most. … [Read more...]
Keep in touch with your tribe
I found a note I made to myself last week while I was doing my weekly review. It reads "Keep in touch with your tribes. Family, hobbies, friends, projects, work." What's a Tribe? In recent years, the term tribe has turned into a heavily-used online marketing term which basically refers to customers, potential customers and followers on social … [Read more...]
Where to Get Glasses for Viewing the Great American Eclipse
August 21, 2017 will bring a total solar eclipse to millions across the United States. You can't safely view the Great American Eclipse with your bare eyes or even regular sunglasses, so be prepared in advance for this amazing event. If you have a 7-Eleven store nearby (here's a 7-Eleven locator), stop in to buy special eclipse viewing … [Read more...]