Hey there, friends! Welcome to day five of round two of the 7-40 Challenge. Buckle up, because today was an absolute riot of fun. My family and I hit the state fair, and let me tell you, it was a glorious whirlwind of sights, sounds, and pure joy. From the gleaming cars in the automobile … Continue reading The Power of Play: A Day at the State Fair and a Lesson in Living Freely
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Finding Balance and Gratitude on Day Four of the 7-40 Challenge
Welcome, friends, to day four of round two of the 7-40 Challenge! As I sit down to write this, I’ll be honest—I’m feeling pretty tired. For the past 45 days or so, I’ve been pouring my energy into this challenge with only a few days off here and there. It’s been an incredible journey, but … Continue reading Finding Balance and Gratitude on Day Four of the 7-40 Challenge
Day 3 of the 7-40 Challenge: Round 2 – Pressing On Through Turmoil
Welcome to day three of round two of the 7-40 Challenge. Today has been exhausting—a true test of endurance. Yet, despite the fatigue, I’m staying focused on my goals, holding myself accountable to the path I’ve set. My heart is heavy today, burdened by the turmoil unfolding in the national news. I won’t dive into … Continue reading Day 3 of the 7-40 Challenge: Round 2 – Pressing On Through Turmoil
It Was the Best of Times, It Was the Worst of Times: A Life of Gratitude Through the Storms
It was the best of times. It was the worst of times. It was life. It was beautiful. Even when it wasn’t, it was. Does that even make sense? Let me explain. As Charles Dickens famously opened A Tale of Two Cities in 1859: “It was the best of times, it was the worst of … Continue reading It Was the Best of Times, It Was the Worst of Times: A Life of Gratitude Through the Storms
Day Two of Round Two: Embracing the 7-40 Challenge with Heart and Purpose
Good evening, friends! Welcome to Day Two of Round Two of my 7-40 Challenge journey. I’ve been turning this challenge over in my mind, examining it from every angle like a kid inspecting a shiny new toy. I’m digging into the benefits, sizing up the potential pitfalls, and finding my footing as I go. As … Continue reading Day Two of Round Two: Embracing the 7-40 Challenge with Heart and Purpose
