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Life is a journey full of twists and turns. Face it, we could all use a little encouragement along the way.
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Author Archives: Candee Fick
Sacrifice
Picture a man tied to a pole and being whipped as punishment for a crime he didn’t commit. How could he ever forgive the one whose lies put him there? Sounds like something Jesus did, right? But this man, David, … Continue reading
Washington’s Cherry Tree
Point to ponder on this President’s Day. Did George Washington really cut down his father’s cherry tree? And if so, did he confess saying “I cannot tell a lie; I did it with my little hatchet”? Today historians say the … Continue reading
What Not To Say
Imagine one of your friends has just received devastating and life-changing news. A lost job. A spouse walking out after 15 years. A cancer diagnosis. A problem appearing on a prenatal ultrasound. How do you show sympathy and support while … Continue reading
Be Careful Of Your Thoughts
I tweeted a quote last week that keeps running through my brain. “Be careful of your thoughts. They may become words at any moment.” How true. The more you think about something, the more likely it is to come out … Continue reading
Like A Tree – Breathing
In my quest to be like a tree in 2012, I’ve asked myself “What does a tree do?” Granted, we’ve already talked about many of the benefits trees provide and the fact they go through seasons. But, at the core, … Continue reading
Making Friends
Some people can walk into a room full of strangers and make at least five new friends within the hour. Growing up, I wasn’t one of them. Call it being introverted or shy or insecure, but I was content to … Continue reading
One More Chance
I’m an admitted bookaholic. (Just check out the teetering stacks beside my bed and the multiple pages of loaded books on the Kindle.) I usually read books as an entertaining escape and a way to explore the lives of other … Continue reading
Like A Tree – Beneficial
What is a tree good for anyway? A couple weeks ago, we looked at the wide variety of trees and their different purposes. Trees provide shelter for birds, lumber for buildings, fruit and nuts for food, fuel for heat, rubbery … Continue reading
Friends Or Rivals
Frenemy. An enemy disguised as a friend. Or a partner who is also a competitor or rival. What do you do when your friend is in line for the same position or award as you are? Conflicted emotions are only part of the … Continue reading
On The Same Team
With all the talk about Presidential primaries and the upcoming Super Bowl, high-stakes competition is key on everyone’s mind. Who will win? Who will lose? What will they do to secure the victory? Who will they blame for failure? We … Continue reading