What a Yellow Flower Can Teach

When I looked down and saw this tiny yellow flower growing out among all the rocks, I was reminded that nature always finds way to grow and bloom. I need to remember I can find a way to no matter what just like this flower. Note: The plant is Cut-leaf ironplant (Xanthisma spinulosum).   Photograph…

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We Can Do Better In Our Lives

Note:  I interviewed Sister Mary Hawkins in May 2014. She is a remarkable lady who turned her life into one of service. Sister Mary founded St. Benedict Monastery in Canyon, Texas. This interview reflects on her life, why she became a nun and her experiences of being a teacher. This interview was part of my…

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A Smile that Made a Frustrating Day into a Blessed One

We all have them from time to time – crappy, bad days where you feel like nothing you are doing is going right and the world is against you. I’ve had my share of those days since the beginning of this year, but this past Friday it became one of those days again in various…

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