You are so right. I have been following you, Cyndi Spivey and Jo-Lynne, and I am definitely pushing myself out of my comfort box to find a new comfort zone. Thank you.

Ahh, I’m so glad you enjoy the emails. It’s a small thing really, but my mother taught me over and over for years that people love to hear their names. She said it made us feel significant and special. I think that’s so true. I try to call people by name when I see them because she encouraged me to as a child. But sometimes that gets me into trouble! Sometimes I blurt out the wrong name! Ha! Fortunately, that shouldn’t happen in the emails. Hahahah! Anyhow, thanks for sharing…and for subscribing!

Hi Arna. I definitely think you should wear whatever you’re feeling comfortable with these days. But sometimes we just get used to ourselves in certain things and then when we try something new or out of the box it feels awkward. I think I do wear a lot of hanging earrings because my hair is a little longer and I want them to be seen. But if studs are your preference, maybe consider trying some just a tad larger for a while and see how you feel about them. But whatever you choose, wear what you enjoy!

Hello Janice. I’m so sorry to hear about your struggles. I know this must be a very hard season for you. Please press on and know that, while life may have changed in some ways, you are still an amazing, wonderful person. I’m sure the people in your life do not feel like you are a failure. Instead, they are probably amazed and thankful for any progress you’ve made. Be patient with yourself. Little steps of progress are a big deal after a stroke or any other life-changing event. I’m praying for you to have a full recovery, but even if life is different from here on out, you are significant and beautiful and precious. Don’t let the enemy of your soul tell you otherwise.