Monthly Archives: January 2013

The Pace of Nature

Posted on January 30, 2013 by Marla Rose

“Adopt the pace of nature: her secret is patience.” ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson I am normally not a “winter” person.  This year I am trying to enjoy it. For instance, I was on the edge of my seat in my … Continue reading →

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Positively sure that negativity doesn’t work.

Posted on January 19, 2013 by Marla Rose

“You cannot have a positive life and a negative mind.” ~ Joyce Meyer, Battlefield of the Mind: Winning the Battle in Your Mind I am reading Joyce’s Battlefield book for a Sunday School class.  I am pondering how to have a positive … Continue reading →

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Illinois weather is a fickle thing

Posted on January 14, 2013 by Marla Rose

What do you do when it is 60 degrees in January in Illinois? Pig farmer opened the windows. Rocko, the cat, wanted a breath of fresh air and decided to see if the view is better on the other side … Continue reading →

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Spot the funny

Posted on January 11, 2013 by Marla Rose

Sometimes you just have to make yourself be happy. After all, it really is up to you and the way you look at life. So, I’ve been on a mission. Spot the funny! LOVE the people that see the funny … Continue reading →

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Taking the Trash Out

Posted on January 5, 2013 by Marla Rose

Falling short. That’s how I’ve been feeling lately. Frustrated, too, by things that are out of my control. Through my past experiences I have become much better at rolling with events out of my control. Lately, I feel like I’m … Continue reading →

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Multitask Less – Focus More!

Posted on January 3, 2013 by Marla Rose

This year I resolve to multitask less! I no longer think of the ability to multitask as a benefit. I am sure it is partly why I find it difficult to focus for long periods of time. Part of it … Continue reading →

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