Category Archives: self-esteem

Dare to be the Bold Button

Posted on December 31, 2014 by sandrapaldrich

What are your thoughts as we approach the New Year? Are you excited about fresh opportunities on future unblemished days? Or are you concentrating on the all too rapid end to another year? Are you determined that this year you … Continue reading →

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Believing Makes It So

Posted on December 9, 2014 by sandrapaldrich

Even though I’m a card-carrying member of AARP, I still ponder the wisdom my maternal grandmother, Mama Farley, possessed. The world undoubtedly saw her as a simple Appalachian mountain woman, but her strength and understanding of life rippled out to … Continue reading →

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Thank you, Doris Schumacher

Posted on October 1, 2014 by sandrapaldrich

Has someone ever changed your life with just a few words? Years ago, that happened to me. In fact, a three-minute conversation gave me the vision to get an education. The summer before I entered seventh grade, I met Doris … Continue reading →

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Don’t Wait for Roses

Posted on September 2, 2014 by sandrapaldrich

Single women, do you sigh over red roses in the flower shop? Do you long for that perfect man to ring your doorbell and say, “Hi. The Lord sent me” and hand you a bouquet? If so, please allow me … Continue reading →

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The Beautiful Square Button

Posted on October 30, 2013 by sandrapaldrich

Have you ever felt inadequate? Oh, I have! In fact, over the years and despite my supposed accomplishments, I struggle with who I think I should be as a Christian woman. After all, shouldn’t I be slim, silent and musically … Continue reading →

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“You Good Mama”

Posted on October 23, 2013 by sandrapaldrich

“You Good Mama” This morning, Hebrews 3:13 reminded me of a stranger’s encouragement years ago: “But encourage one another daily, as long as it is called Today.” My then-young children and I were on a church tour with a group … Continue reading →

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“Don’t Quit Now!”

Posted on May 29, 2013 by sandrapaldrich

Ever have days when your to-do list is too long? Or feel as though personal creativity is a memory? That’s where I was a while ago with my latest deadline. But this time before I gave up—-or reached for the … Continue reading →

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I Need Cheerleaders, Not Pushers

Posted on September 21, 2012 by sandrapaldrich

What’s your schedule like today? Do you feel as though you are running as fast as you can? Me, too! And over the years, I’ve learned if I’m running as fast as I can, and someone gives me a push, … Continue reading →

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Make a List of Your Good Qualities

Posted on August 26, 2012 by sandrapaldrich

When I’m getting to know a new friend, I ask about special interests or skills. Know what makes me sad? The times I see shoulders drop and hear, “Oh, I can’t do anything special.” And if I begin to list … Continue reading →

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We Don’t Have to be Perfect

Posted on August 22, 2012 by sandrapaldrich

Because encouragement was a rare item in my early years, I learned to treasure it when it did show up. Today, I understand encouragement’s power in new ways and try to give it as well as receive it. One encouragement … Continue reading →

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