Harvesting a Life of Abundance
Stephen Covey, author of THE 7 HABITS OF HIGHLY EFFECTIVE PEOPLE, uses a version of an old folktale to demonstrate the importance of renewal in Habit 7: Sharpen the Saw (R): A man walking through the forest came across a frustrated lumberjack. The lumberjack sweated and cursed as he labored in vain to cut down a tree. “What’s the problem?” … Read More
After I made the turn onto the entrance ramp of I-75, I glanced into my side mirror. I saw lots of oncoming traffic barreling toward me. So many eighteen-wheelers speeding north this morning! My heart rate increased, and I reminded myself to breathe slowly and deeply. Safely on the freeway, but still jumpy, I opted to stay in the “slow”… Read More
Seagulls soaring, circling, searching, swooping, until finally — dinner! Micropoetry is an umbrella term for various forms of short poetry. The only rule, really, is that it’s brief. Not only are micropoems quick, easy, and fun, composing them offers several benefits. five reasons to become a fan 1. Writing Micropoetry Slows Us Down Be still and know I am God…. Read More
