Voluntold to Volunteer
Embrace Opportunity Voluntold: when someone else volunteers you for something. That’s the best description for it. It’s like when your parents ask for help with something, but they’re not really asking, they’re telling. For the mundane tasks around the house, being voluntold to do them usually meant they weren’t the most fun. Yet, from my […]
G.O.A.T.
Life produces its fair share of heroes, legends, MVPs, and all-stars. There are lots of endearing terms that we use to describe these people in our lives that have made an impact on us forever, but my favorite term is “The G.O.A.T”. During these last four months, my list of people I consider “The G.O.A.T”, […]
In the Meantime…
“It’s not where you’re goin’, where you’ve been, so look around, take it in, and slow it down, in the meantime..” These words are often heard blasting through the speakers of my car. It is no secret that I am a lover of music however, …Meantime by Flatland Cavalry, has held a special place in […]
Great Delight
If you’re anything like me the Notes app on your phone is full of a random assortment of notes. Mine contains Walmart lists I will never need again, homework answers from freshman year, and a large chunk of information I’ll never retain. But again, if you’re anything like me, the Notes app is also a […]
Iron Sharpens Iron
I can remember several instances where those of importance in my life whether it was parents, grandparents, or teachers had told me that “I need to choose my friends carefully” and had told me tales and stories of a person’s company landing them in trouble. In the bible, Proverbs 27:17 says “Iron sharpens iron, and […]
The Power of Being Present
Sit still, pay attention, do not lose focus, and stay in the present. A list of commands to which I always seem to struggle with. Especially when there are pressing matters that call to my attention. This week being finals week, many students may also struggle to stay in the present like me. Especially when what feels like the biggest exams of their lives are only hours away. Many parents and grandparents are struggling to stay present when they have the holidays to plan for, family to gather, food to make, and presents to buy.
Embracing the Extraordinary
Fear is a universal force that often restrains us, limiting our potential. Yet, some defy expectations, shattering boundaries to achieve what others deem impossible. We always hear of athletes, motivational speakers, and actors facing their fears or defying the odds, but what about the rest of us? We all have our fears and we all […]