30 Days of Gratitude – Day 18: Express gratitude to a single person who encourages others. While working at a small college near the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, I had the privilege of meeting many students who have remained my friends…
The Treasure of a Tuesday
It’s Tuesday afternoon. To me, Tuesday is the most nondescript day of the week: Sunday, of course, is the first day of the week and a day set aside for worship. Monday distinguishes itself from the others by being the…
You Matter
Sweet friend without a spouse in the house (for whatever reason), you matter. What doesn’t matter is someone who doesn’t know that you’re worth both time and effort. Refocus your time and attention elsewhere. You. Matter. That was determined on…
A Short Memo to Church Leaders on Behalf of Singles*
Pastors, spiritual leaders, church small group organizers, etc. Just a loving tip from one of many whose house doesn’t have a spouse—because I’ve seen it more often than not over the last five years [and I truthfully, therefore, refer to…
A Quick Note from “Auntie Brenda”
I need to get a little “Auntie Brenda” on you again. Listen, sweet girly, it’s good that he’s busy; that speaks highly of him. But even busy people get to choose what they’re busy doing. If he’s too busy to…