Double Portion Inspiration

Today, we are INSPIRED to honor and pray for those who are caregivers.  Technically speaking, a caregiver is a person who cares for someone who is sick or disabled.  It can also be an adult who cares for an infant or child.   Are you a caregiver ? If you are, today we want to encourage you to stay strong and healthy.  Here are a few lessons we've learned from you: You love unconditionally You endure countless hours of sitting in waiting rooms You unselfishly give of yourself You put the needs of others before your own  You understand a simple truth: We can't live life alone! There are so many times we forget that their are times when we must depend on someone else.  Think about those you might know who's caring for a young baby, an elderly parent or someone who is physically or mentally disabled.  God sees every effort you are putting forth.  Others might not stop to say it, but we pause today to say THANK YOU ! There w...

Roslyn at the Inauguration in 2009 It was exactly four years ago today I had the privilege of being in Washington, DC for the inauguration of our 44th President- Barack Obama .  My husband bought me the airline flight as a surprise Christmas gift.   Witnessing the first bi-racial person sworn in as president was overwhelming and humbling.  I knew on that day I represented my living and deceased family members.  I stood on the shoulders of my ancestors who died believing one day we could all be equal in the United States of America.  It was a historic moment for our country. The energy in the city was electric.  There was a unity within our country that was rare but welcomed.  I would sit on the train and enthusiastic riders of all races and colors would break out in song.  Before long the entire train joined in singing.  Most of the time the song was an old negro spiritual like, "We have overcome."  I listened at the Kennedy Cent...

It's hard to believe that we are eleven days into 2013.  Just a few short days ago, resolutions were made and possibly by now they are already broken.  I've never liked resolutions because in my life, they have a short shelf life.  I find it easier to commit to one word.  There's an entire community of individuals dedicating themselves to just one word of change.  Here are some thoughts to consider from the One Word website ( Oneword365.com ). One word. Because that’s easy to remember all 365 days of the year. Not as easy is the choice to live it out. To let it shape your year. To allow it to shape you . But if you’ll let it, your One Word will become the filter through which you see and live your life. It will steer your decisions and guide your steps. What do you want to focus on in 2013? It can be something tangible or intangible. It can be a thought, a feeling, an action, or a character trait. Your word will be a reminder, a nu...

Happy New Year! If you are reading this, that means you've made it to the first Friday of 2013.   Congratulations! A new year promises a fresh start, new ideas and tons of resolutions.  What do you want to accomplish this year?  Does your list look something like this: Lose weight Get out of debt Stick to a financial budget Spend more time with my family/friends Take a vacation Exercise 3-5 days a week Find a spouse Buy a home/car Save money Eat more fruits and veggies You might have already fallen off the "resolution" wagon.  We are only four days into the new year and our great resolutions can seem like nothing more than a distant thought.  Make 2013 the year you set goals and achieve them.   We believe in you! Leave us a comment and let us know your Top Resolutions for 2013! (Posted by Roslyn)