by Doris Swift | Oct 2, 2017 | 2017, Encouragement for Women, Failure, inspirational, myth
What exactly is the Failure Myth? Let’s break it down… First we’ll tackle the confusing mixed messages regarding failure. Optimists look at failure as a teacher and friend. believing failure teaches us things like try again, be persistent, never give...
by Doris Swift | Sep 18, 2017 | Encouragement for Women, faith, famine, plans
I’ve been traveling through a tunnel for the past seven years. Can I share my experience with you? A few days ago I realized almost seven years have passed since I left a place I considered a friend, a friend I practically grew up with from ages 19...
by Doris Swift | May 31, 2017 | calling, imperfection, love your neighbor, purpose, value
While on a recent visit to our local ice cream shop, I said something cringe-worthy. My grandson and I waited in line and when we finally reached the counter, I turned to him and blurted out: “I’m not having ice cream today so I can get thin enough to have ice cream.”...
by Doris Swift | May 20, 2017 | burdens, learning, sorrow
I did something new this week. I went back to school. Evidently my brain was due for a workout since, “I used to know this….” has been the catch-phrase of the week. It’s no secret one of my favorite quotes is by a wise man, CS Lewis. He said:...
by Doris Swift | Mar 11, 2017 | calling, Encouragement for Women, serving, Time
No-Show. I’ve been guilty of it too, so no finger-pointing from this girl. We know how it goes. The I’ll try to make it results in I’m sorry I couldn’t make it. We have good intentions initially, but when go-time comes around, are we showing?...