Every Monday, I’ll post about discovering genuine hope and authentic answers for living a healthy life. — Do you extend hope to others? If you have some, I hope you do. We shouldn’t keep it to ourselves. Does it have to be a big deal? A time consuming conversation? The giving away of something you value? No. Might it be? Yes, and it would be worth it. Can it be a smile shared as you walk past a coworkers? Yes. a genuine question, asking someone how she is, and showing with body language, eye contact, and facial expression, that you do want and care about a real answer? Yes. an anonymous gift of money to someone who needs it? Yes. asking someone for practical help so a need you have is met, but more importantly … [Read more...]
Security & Freedom
April 22, 2013 by · 1 Comment
Every Monday, I’ll post about discovering genuine hope and authentic answers for living a healthy life. — Security. Protection. Shelter. Safety. Refuge. Retreat. Defense. Safeguard. Sanctuary. Guard. Sure. Supported. Safe and sound. Trustworthy. Freedom from harm, danger, fear, hurt, wickedness, abuse, wrong, injury, Freedom from hopelessness, hurt, disaster, suffering, pain, damage, worry, trouble. Freedom FOR truth, belief, joy, hope, confidence, love, contentment, purpose, Freedom FOR happiness, playfulness, growth, peace, pleasure, blessings, anticipation. God. Jesus. The Holy Spirit. Forgiveness. Salvation. Security. … [Read more...]
Choose to Invest – Community Matters
February 18, 2013 by · 2 Comments
Every Monday, I’ll post about discovering genuine hope and authentic answers for living a healthy life. — Choose to invest. About two weeks ago, a Facebook friend posted asking for prayer for Kathryn, a child from my church. I didn’t know her or her parents, but I chose to “like” the page they set up to keep people informed and I’m glad I did. Kathryn is in the hospital for major brain surgery. She’s had two in the last two weeks and symptoms of epilepsy that they hoped would subside continue. I can’t imagine her parents going through this alone. I can’t imagine any of us being alone. We should be in community to celebrate blessings and to support each other in hard times. Belonging matters. Choose to … [Read more...]
Understanding the “Self Smart” Child during the Holidays
December 12, 2012 by · Leave a Comment
Every Wednesday, I’ll post about multiple intelligences so we can better understand children and why they do what they do. — Are you self smart? Do you know children or teens who have self-smart strengths? This month can be hard for them. Watch for emotional outbursts and whiney behavior that may indicate their needs aren’t being met. What do self-smart people need? They need time to think of ideas and answers to questions. They think by reflecting and they often go deep within themselves. They compare answers and ideas, looking for the one that just feels right. Ask them for input earlier than you might others so they have additional thinking time. It may help to ask questions separately. For example, don’t ask … [Read more...]
Count Your Blessings
November 28, 2012 by · Leave a Comment
Every Wednesday, I’ll post about multiple intelligences so we can better understand children and why they do what they do. — Do you feel yourself reacting to different situations with your intelligences? The more you become familiar with them, the more this will probably happen. It’s even possible to choose what part of the brain to think with in any situation. For example, when reacting with our logic-smartness, we may spontaneously count without thinking about it. Numbers are a natural for us. On Sunday morning, in the context of the lesson in my small group at church, our leader mentioned the song “Count Your Blessings.” As soon as she mentioned it, I began to make a list of mine in my mind and I counted them. Are … [Read more...]
Happy Thanksgiving!
November 22, 2012 by · Leave a Comment
I and everyone here at Celebrate Kids wishes you a bountiful and blessed Thanksgiving and season of life. May we all become more aware of what we have to be grateful for. Blessings! … [Read more...]
Teaching At Church Youth Camp – Simple, Magical
June 6, 2012 by · 4 Comments
Every Wednesday, I’ll post about multiple intelligences so we can better understand children and why they do what they do. — Simple. Magical. Last night was the best night I’ve had in a long time. Attentive. Open. Teachable. Joyful. Humble. Responsive. Aware. Curious. Bright. Confident. 350 high school students. 100 adult volunteers. And, me. I haven’t been to church camp in a very long time, but I’m sure glad I went last night. I get to go back tonight. I’m glad. Simple truths with biblical applications combined for a magical time. I was reminded that young people need to know they were created by a loving God Who had an intentional plan to make them them. It’s more than knowing God made us. It’s … [Read more...]
Blessing School Children at End of Year the Smart Way
May 16, 2012 by · 1 Comment
Every Wednesday, I’ll post about multiple intelligences so we can better understand children and why they do what they do. — Many important things occur at the end of the school year. Papers are written, content is studied, finals are taken, grades are figured, and report cards are distributed. Desks and lockers are emptied. Bulletin boards are taken down. Whole rooms are closed, not to be opened until sometime in August. What if I suggested that one of the most important things that must occur at the end of the year is something said, not something done? That’s right. Children must hear they are smart so they go into the summer with a positive view of themselves. Last memories of this year will definitely affect next … [Read more...]
It’s Not About Me; How Can I Bless You?
December 12, 2011 by · 3 Comments
My sister-in-law, Debbie, is a fabulous cook. She makes delicious food and consistently puts the right foods together to make a great meal. When I visit her, my brother, and their children over the Christmas holiday, I will eat very, very well. Because Debbie enjoys cooking, it’s easy to visit her. She enjoys having others in her kitchen and she never makes anyone feel like they’ve made her work any harder than she wanted to. I appreciate that. Debbie learned from the best. Her mom was an amazing cook, as well. That might be especially true when I think about their many Christmas cookies. Dorothy taught Debbie well and Debbie has passed the tradition on to her children. And, even others. This year, like several others. Debbie … [Read more...]
Happy Thanksgiving! – Includes The Presidential Proclamation
November 23, 2011 by · Leave a Comment
I and everyone here at Celebrate Kids wish you a bountiful and blessed Thanksgiving! Here is the Presidential proclamation for this years Thanksgiving Holiday. The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release November 16, 2011 Presidential Proclamation – Thanksgiving Day, 2011 - - - - - - - BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION One of our Nation's oldest and most cherished traditions, Thanksgiving Day brings us closer to our loved ones and invites us to reflect on the blessings that enrich our lives. The observance recalls the celebration of an autumn harvest centuries ago, when the Wampanoag tribe joined the Pilgrims at Plymouth Colony to share in the fruits of a … [Read more...]
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