Anyone else having a hard time waking up these fine Autumn mornings? The daylight is shy these days. I need help from my readers! If I am ever going to embrace a Fantastic Morning Routine, I am going to have to wake up (and get up) with more gumption than I have. Please send me…
Fear Factor Friday: Observing the Selah
Fear is a factor present in our world today. I am committed to knowing, both in mind and heart, God’s perspective on fear. Keep a look out for “Fear-Factor Fridays,” where I will share my discoveries on the subject. For today, rest with me in this: I LOVE that God mandates a Selah*, or an…
Lessons on Loyalty, from the Pup.
I learn many lessons from our mini-golden-doodle, “Mr. Darcy.” The golden-retriever side of him is a loyal and comforting presence. The poodle side is a quick learner and anti-shedder. The “mini” aspect makes him just the right size for an active yet travel-friendly lifestyle. God couldn’t have blessed us with a better dog. Recently, I…
Morning Routine: 10 Go for a Jog
Catch that sunrise. Breathe in the clear air before the smog settles in. Sounds wonderful… now, but not at 5:55am. I have a really hard time motivating myself to actually jump out of bed a little earlier to go for a walk first thing. I don’t think that 20 minutes of sleep actually do anything…
Morning Routine: 9 Make your Bed
My mom always said it: It will start your day off better. And then, when the day is over, you can crawl into smooth sheets and rest well. So do your evening self a favor: make your bed in the morning. Here’s what happens when I don’t make my bed in the morning. Mr. Darcy…
Morning Habit #8: Accomplish Something
What better way to start your day than by finishing something. I think it sets a tone of productivity for the rest of my waking hours. For me, it doesn’t have to be a huge thing! I don’t always have time in the AM to finish a big project. But I CAN start it. It…
Morning Habit #7: Dress for a Purpose
Ok, I definitely struggle with this. At the moment, I am a “stay at home wife.” My husband’s job has strange hours, so we both decided it would be best if I was available when he was. So I work from home (sort of), by maintaining our college ministry administration stuff, and writing. I hope…
Morning Habit #6: Stretch
Stretch in the morning. It is pretty self-explanatory. My dog does it. Every morning. He never gets distracted by his breakfast or going on a walk. He never forgets to stretch. He sets a good example. All living creatures need to wake their bodies up. Stretching gives our muscles a moment to expand and prepare…
Morning Habit #5: Eat Something Delicious
It doesn’t have to be a decadent breakfast. Just one you enjoy. I love to set the tone for my day with something yummy. It reminds me to “Taste and see that the LORD is good. How happy is the man who takes refuge in Him!” Psalm 34:8 Enjoying a delicious breakfast doesn’t require indulgence. I…
Morning Habit #4: Read the Bible
I realize this habit can be a difficult one to start… or even keep up for that matter. I have been a Christ-follower for a long time, and I still have trouble studying the Scriptures of His story. I have many excuses to avoid reading the Bible, but none are more prevalent than “I am…