Joyful service

“The soul of the one who serves God always swims in joy, always keeps holiday, and is always in the mood for singing.” – St. John of the Cross
Where is your focus?
Caring…

“Sometimes people just want to feel heard. Here’s to possibilities of friendship and connection and understanding.” —Americanah by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
Hearing or listening?
Living in the present

“Whatever the present moment contains, accept it as if you had chosen it. Always work with it, not against it. Make it your friend and ally, not your enemy.” —The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle
Jesus is always with you!
My latest poem

Why make time to read?
Better grasp of human nature? Indeed!
Expanding your verbiage? Guaranteed!
Your tired brain…your soul has this deep need,
To leave life’s entanglements and thick weeds,…
Slowing things down a bit from this high speed!
Find a book…proceed!
Staying positive
Persistence

“Persistence can change failure into extraordinary achievement.”
— Matt Biondi (11 time olympic swimming medalist)