The letter "x" is full of different meanings. It is quite unique. It represents the Roman numeral for ten, which signifies completeness or perfection. X is an unknown variable in algebraic equations. It can be a mark for someone who cannot write their name. It is the Greek letter, "chi," for Christ. And, of course,… Continue reading X Marks the Spot
Category: Influence
An Example of Inspiration
Welcome back to Connections2Excellence where we connect life to a pursuit of excellence! There are many things that may inspire you: books, arts, movies, places, or people. Several may give you encouragement. And some may influence you more than others. What are some of these things for you personally? Why do these things inspire you?… Continue reading An Example of Inspiration
Wonders of God
Welcome to Faith Connection Friday where we connect aspects of our life to faith. One of the attributes describing Jesus is Wonderful (Isaiah 9:6). Have you ever thought what it is about Him that makes Him so full of wonder? What could be considered as wonder-full? Many hymns speak of the wonder of our God.… Continue reading Wonders of God
The Wonderful World of Wonder
I love nature's beauty. Just admiring creation is amazing. The sun, moon, and stars. The changing of each season brings delight with the array of colors and scents. There is presence of awe and inspiration in these wonders. Recently, I was able to behold one of nature's magnificent wonders: Natural Bridge. Nestled in the foothills… Continue reading The Wonderful World of Wonder
Unfailing Faithfulness
Thank you so very much for joining me for today's Faith Connection Friday!! Have you ever experienced a situation in which you just did not know if it would work out? Each day seems like eternity, and we become impatient. Or we may not know if a situation would ever end. Will there ever come… Continue reading Unfailing Faithfulness
Unique Portrait
"Every job is a self-portrait of the person who did it. Autograph your work with excellence." (Vince Lombardi) One of the reasons this quote caught my attention was the uniqueness of the statement, "Every job is a self-portrait of the person who did it." The statement is deeply personal. It explains that each job is… Continue reading Unique Portrait
New Beginnings
Welcome to a new year of Faith Connection Friday! Thank you so much for joining me this new Friday! We close the season of celebrating with family and friends and look forward to this new year. Many reflect and share events of last year. We count our many blessings and enjoy the memories. Personally, the… Continue reading New Beginnings
Making Christmas Memories
What are some of your favorite Christmas memories? My mother made sure we kept tradition on Christmas Eve. We drove through the neighborhoods and enjoyed Christmas lights. When we returned home, we ate a light dinner, wrote letters and set out milk and cookies for Santa, and quickly went to bed. We nestled in our… Continue reading Making Christmas Memories
The Reason We Celebrate
The variety in this beautiful world is amazing to me. The differences in people, animals, plants, and snowflakes. Each is unique, individual. No two are the same. Though they may appear the same, they are different in some way. Faces, shapes, colors, personalities. All beautiful. It is a characteristic that we can embrace and enjoy.… Continue reading The Reason We Celebrate
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