As we rush around during this holiday season trying to shop for that perfect gift, get the menu prepared for the big dinner, decorate with the most enchanting colors and lights, making a list and checking it twice; we always ask ourselves if we forgot something.

Many times we talk about self-care, but have different definitions of what that means.  To some it means creating a secure financial plan, or bubble baths and mindfulness, to others, establishing boundaries, and to me most days yoga and meditation.

There's a lot going on and sometimes two things can exist at the same time.  I want to encourage you to give yourself grace. 

This book comes along just as I'm seeking some time to step away from my every day and reset. It's a book of comfort, of encouragement and one that gives you permission to rest.

What an honor to be able to share my thoughts on this wonderful book by my friend Sue.  She shows us how to come alongside others in their journey, while developing our own personal growth plan which helps us accomplish those necessary things in our own journey.

Sometimes I think back to my childhood and reminisce over the things that I cherished.  My precious doll that I carried everywhere, or the blanket I kept until it fell apart into shredded pieces of cloth, or the pink top with the purple flowers I wore although it was two sizes too small.

Our hope can stand on the fact that He sends His word out and it does not return void, it accomplishes what it set out to do. If He speaks healing, then we will be healed, if He speaks the gifts of wisdom and discernment over our lives, then it will be done.