Double Portion Inspiration

Last week was horrible.  It really tested every emotional fiber within me.  I am sure you know exactly what I mean.  Of course there was plenty to celebrate - life, health, family, safe travel, etc.  But event after event kept happening and I found myself on Saturday emotionally drained.  The faith tank inside of me seemed close to depleted. My honest feelings are just to encourage you.  One of the life lessons from last week was - what we focus on grows in our minds.  If an uncomfortable event happens in your life, find a place in your mind to focus on thoughts of peace, stability and God's grace.  Our mind can take us to places unknown, even in the midst of a crisis. Mama Duck & her ducklings At some point last week I saw a duck and it's ducklings.  The mama duck waddled around while her babies stayed close by her.  Because I felt so stressed that day I thought about what it would be like NOT to worry.  These ducks h...

Our view this weekend! During the spring our evenings are filled with track and t-ball.  Each weekend Alton and I head different ways.  Normally I'm on the track and he's on the t-ball field.  If Hannah has a track meet, Alton quickly leaves the t-ball field and heads to her meet.  I'm so blessed to have a husband who desires to play a big part in our children's lives.  I wasn't sure if he would make it this weekend because unfortunately he hurt his back and traveling two hours would prove painful. Up until the last minute, we didn't know if he would make it.  Hannah didn't vocalize any disappointment in not having her dad there but I know she enjoys having him there.  Much to our surprise, he drove the distance to see her.  Unfortunately he missed her first event but arrived minutes before her 800 meter dash.  We are so thankful for his sacrifice . Tyson Gay-Olympic athlete visited the trac...

"Roslyn, how do you get it all done?" That was a question that someone recently asked me.  I think this person was intrigued because of the numerous amount of responsibilities that seem to fill my day.  At times, I reflect on the freedom of being a young child with no real chores except fun and play.  But then I quickly snap out of daydreaming because another task needs to be completed. Here's my secret:  I am sure I am like many of you.  A solid support system is vital when you are raising children.  But also  taking moments for yourself  is a necessity.  I call them " me moments ".  Some people may struggle to find that work/life/kid balance.  That is the person who probably spends time sick, frazzled and often appears exasperated at the end of every day.  Isn't it funny how things that we should  HAVE  somehow start  HAVING  us. Get rid of the guilt and find at least  30  minutes in ever...

Attended a pro tennis match for the first time! My kids think me and my hubby are the most "boring" people they know.  We listen to all the wrong music, wear all the wrong clothes and in their opinion don't know anything about having fun.  You guessed right - we are raising a teenager.  Because of this our family has become intentional on trying new experiences.  So I ask you: When was the LAST time you did something for the FIRST time? Seems like an easy question but when I ask most people, they mention something they did months or even years ago.  Find a way to try a new food, visit a new state, book a cruise, listen to a new radio station, try a new coffee shop on Sunday, see a new movie at midnight , try a new restaurant, have a pillow fight, play in the rain, eat ice cream for dinner, laugh until you start crying, sing out loud, live out loud! This weekend go out there and LIVE !  Create a new experience for yourself.   ...