Tag Archives: gifts

Between the Sunflower Stalks

Posted on August 13, 2023 by msw blog

August in a West Virginia sunflower field, early morning but already hot. Charlie’s blue helmet bobs through brilliant yellow flowers. He smiles as I eye other infants between the sunflower stalks. I envy their round heads, symmetrical faces, bare scalps. … Continue reading →

Posted in Gardening, Reflections | Tagged awarness, burdens, children, gifts, jealousy, joy, love, parenting, problems, smile, sunflowers | 2 Comments

True Generosity

Posted on July 18, 2023 by msw blog

True generosity is when you give as much to yourself as you give of yourself. A gift you purchase that you can’t pay off in full when the credit card bill arrives is not generous. Spending money on gifts when … Continue reading →

Posted in Reflections | Tagged boundaries, connection, creativity, debt, financial security, generosity, gifts, life, mindfulness, money, opportunity, self reflection, time, truth, volunteer, wish | 5 Comments

Managing Holiday Relationship Expectations

Posted on June 29, 2023 by msw blog

Do you know what you and your partner are doing for the holidays? Are you exchanging gifts? Does your partner even care about celebrating? If you’ve been putting off talking about all of this because you know holidays can be a … Continue reading →

Posted in Reflections | Tagged celbration, conversation, Emotional authenticity, expectation, family, gifts, holiday, marriage, problem solving, realationship, saying no, stress reliever, tough conversation, Traditions, values, vulnerability | Leave a comment

Just Because

Posted on June 28, 2023 by msw blog

Give freely little just for fun gifts will feel like a big hug on an ordinary day, especially when the gift shows the recipient you know what they love. Positively Purging-I welcome your feedbacks in the comments and your … Continue reading →

Posted in Reflections | Tagged compassion, Culture, economy, gift ideas, gifts, giving, gratitude, happiness, hope, humor, joy, just because, kindness, life, lifestyle, love, pay it forward, present, problem solving, realationships, thankful | 2 Comments

Managing Our Gifts

Posted on June 6, 2023 by msw blog

How would you describe your God-given talents and spiritual gifts? What could you do to manage or steward them better for His glory? Heavenly Father, at times I’ve squandered my gifts and talents. Sharpen my commitment to manage the gifts You’ve … Continue reading →

Posted in Reflections | Tagged blessings, commitment, faith, gifts, glory, God, grace, guidance, prayer, purpose, skillset, spiritual, spiritual gifts, talents | 2 Comments

Tag Archives: gifts

Between the Sunflower Stalks

True Generosity

Managing Holiday Relationship Expectations

Just Because

Managing Our Gifts

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