Author Gloria Calhoun

D.e.s.s.e.r.t.s...

D.E.S.S.E.R.T.S spelled backwards is S.T.R.E.S.S.E.D WHAT ARE YOU WORRIED ABOUT? Someone very dear to me caught my attention as we were having a conversation recently. She told me, "I'm going home, get in my bed, and eat this bag of cookies." She went on to tell me that lately all she does is eat sweets; it makes her feel better. When I questioned why she was eating so much she said, "Stress! My job is stressing me out. These crazy children are stressing me out. I just want to get in my bed, eat my sweets, and not be bothered by anyone." I was immediately reminded of the word D.E.S.S.E.R.T.S. She used desserts to help ease her stressed situation. The dictionary defines stress as physical, mental, or emotional strain or tension. At some point in our lives, we will all deal with stress. It can take a toll on us in various ways. Stress can cause us to do things we normally would not do. It can cause us to shut down completely. Th...

The Light You Carry: Don’t Dim It!

We are placed in the world to shine brightly, even when it's difficult or uncomfortable. There is so much evil and negativity in the world that if not careful, its easy to be pulled into situations and ways of thinking that could dim your light. Whether it's fear of judgment, the pressures of fitting in, or the weight of discouragement, we can sometimes be tempted to hide our faith or downplay our convictions. A light that's covered loses its purpose. Have you ever been driving at night and forgotten to turn on your headlights? Other drivers may flash theirs to alert you, reminding you that you're putting yourself and others at risk. It's like being in a dark room, searching for something, but refusing to turn on the light. Or worse, having a lamp with a weak 40-watt bulb that’s just dim enough to be frustrating when you need to focus on a project or read. It works, but not well enough to be helpful. Similarly, our own light, no matter how small it may seem, can mak...

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