A Bridge of Connection

Wooden bridge path through trees.

As I was going through a box of memorabilia recently, I came across a favorite old story that was a simple, but valuable, reminder to always come back to what’s really important in life. Perhaps it will be a good reminder for you also. Here’s how the story goes Once there were two farmers who…

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Fear and gophers – a tale of courage and empowerment

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It’s true. I have gophers in my backyard. My backyard wall, (walls are common around houses in Arizona), backs up to a shallow ravine, commonly called a “wash” in neighborhoods like mine. I love the privacy the wash provides between my home and the neighbors’ homes. My neighbors can’t see me on my patio in…

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A Renovated Heart in the Midst of Dust and Chaos

Room under renovation with ladders and tools.

by Susan Miller Oh what fun…the projects we plan…the schedules we set! So many of my friends are in the middle of a home makeover and dealing with the stress of waiting. They wait to get on the schedule of busy contractors and workers. They wait on backorders to get building materials, furniture, or appliances.…

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