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30 May Posted by diane in christian living, self-respect | 3 comments

Zumba- Sisterhood Trumps Pride

Aside from the desire to firm up the flab and fulfill my own mantra of “bold living,” one thing drew me back to Zumba class: the encouragement of the women. That’s why men might find this uncomfortable. You have an awkward learning curve, during which you might look a little goofy (make that a LOT goofy). Can you imagine a room full of men dancing around and coming up to the new guy saying, “Dude, it’s ok, you’ll catch on soon…” or “good for you for trying so hard, man” or “watch me, I’ll show it to you slowly…”?

04 Mar Posted by diane in Uncategorized | 5 comments

Are You Doing Your Part?

With much in life, God is the creator and we are the custodians. He creates a sprouting plant and we tend to it until it produces rich food or blooms into color….or withers and dies. Never is this more salient than with babies. Conception and birth are his workmanship and miracle, after that we take...

26 Feb Posted by diane in Restoration, Uncategorized | 3 comments

My Story of Grace

"I felt instant relief and weight lifted off of me. I wasn’t expecting him to fly off the handle, but I couldn’t believe what love and grace had just been shown to me. I was so overwhelmed. I was still his little girl, I was forgiven, and he loved me the same."

07 Aug Posted by diane in Avoid Work/Embrace Relaxation on Vacation, be in the moment, christian living, Uncategorized | 6 comments

The Trouble with Stopping

Getting away on vacation is something most of us look forward to or at least long for if it isn't a reality. Taking a break from "the grind" of everyday life, a change of pace and slowing down can be deeply refreshing...unless we ponder life and home and let worry take over.

03 Jul Posted by diane in marriage advice | 6 comments

Showing Love Successfully

I love to give presents.... ...I once gave him a gift certificate for a shark cage dive (he is a scuba diver). I thought it was a fabulous adventure he’d love. He seemed really surprised (perplexed) and later asked if I had also increased our life insurance and had a boyfriend. We traded this present in for another excursion.