Tag Archives: gratitude

What are the 5 apology languages?

1. Expressing regret: “I’m sorry.” 2. Accepting responsibility: “I was wrong.” 3. Making restitution: “How can I make it right?” 4. Expressing the desire to change: “I’ll take steps to prevent a reoccurrence.” 5. Requesting forgiveness: “Can you find it … Continue reading

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The Daily Examen

Follows a simple five-step format: I. Become aware of God’s presence.Review the events of the day, asking God to bring clarity to his presence. II. Review the day with gratitude.Walk through your day with God, focusing on the gifts, joys, and delights. … Continue reading

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Celebrate Today

“I used to know a clever toast, but pshaw! I cannot think of it—so fill your glass to anything and, bless your souls, I’ll drink to it!” Positively Purging-I welcome your feedbacks in the comments and your likes and passing … Continue reading

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Acts of Kindness

RAVE to the Capitol Hill Department of Social and Health Services office and especially to one employee who was so gracious, knowledgeable and patient. I recently accompanied my older sister, who because of health issues, had failed to get her review … Continue reading

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Don’t resolve. Try this.

After surviving a horrific year in 1993, I started a tradition of making a list of my accomplishments for the year just past instead of setting New Year’s resolutions. I limit it to 10 items. Rather than setting goals, which … Continue reading

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