hope to build on
Welcome to my blog, “Hope to Build On!” These are short, encouraging articles, often on topics such as relationships, worry, and faith. If you like what you see, please sign up to receive “Hope to Build On” by email. CLICK HERE to sign up. Thanks for reading!
Realistic Expectations Decrease Disappointment
Expectations can sometimes lead to disappointment in our relationships. Good news though! We can do something about that! I don’t always have realistic expectations. Do you? I want to be in shape without [...]
Survival in Life’s Deep End (Never Swim Alone)
Our kids aren’t automatically thinking about survival at the pool; they just love the thrill of swimming, splashing, and doing cannonballs. They particularly enjoy the deep end of the pool. There, they jump in, get [...]
Trudging Through the Mud and Muck of Life
Trudging along in life is more purposeful than we sometimes realize! Trudging through the mud and the muck—that’s sometimes what life feels like, doesn’t it?! Wish and pray as you might, certain things [...]
When Being Busy Leads to Missed Opportunities
Being busy can lead to missed opportunities for encouraging others. I’m often busy...with family, work, ministry, volunteering, etc. You’re busy, so you know what I mean. We’re rushing from here to there, trying [...]
Life is So Much Better Because of You
Life is so much better because of you! Happy Birthday, Mama! I’m writing this for you. And, for the others of you who are reading this, I’m writing to encourage you to think [...]
Television Theme Songs! Who Knew?
Television theme songs have a somewhat surprising power about them. They're "just" theme songs. Yet, they often have memorable lyrics and melodies, and they remind us of characters and stories that bring us joy and [...]