Light Heartwarming

To be glad of life, because it gives you the chance to love and to work and to play and to look up at the stars; to be satisfied with your posessions, but not contented with yourself until you have made the best of them; to despise nothing in the world except falsehood and meanness, [...]

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The End of Summer

      Fall is in the air and with it comes a time of reflection on fun times had with friends and family. 
      Seasons come and go and so it is with our lives.
      If you are in a place of struggle at this time – this season will pass
      Or perhaps you are in a place [...]

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Modest Dressing

     As a quick refresher from Friday’s blog,  modesty is defined as: a special characteristic in dress, speech or conduct – not bold, or self-asserting: but instead being cautious not to offend.
     So, what are some ways we may offend with our dressing?  Well, first of all we need to always dresss appropriately for whatever [...]

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Important vs Urgent

   I was reminded today to never lose sight of the important things in life for the sake of getting the urgent things accomplished.  It is a never ending balancing act.   The “important” nudges us but the “urgent” screams at us.
   The “urgent” does not generally change our lives for the good OR enrich the lives of those [...]

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Modesty Anyone?

     The following four words relate to fashion and style.  Let’s see how close you come to the true definition of each of these words…
Sex – sexually suggestive or stimulating
Sensual – having a strong sensory appeal (sight, smell and touch – in that order)
Mysterious – exciting wonder or curiosity
Modest – a special characteristic in dress, [...]

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Gifts for friends part II

     The following ist of items can be given individually or in a lovely gift basket for a friend who has been diagnosed with cancer.  It is wise to choose lotions and potions that are fragrance free since many cancer patients have a low tolerance to odors during treatment.  You might also want to ask a family [...]

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Gifts for friends

     I often get asked for ideas on how to encourage a woman going through cancer treatment. 
     First of all…be specific.  A willingness to help in any way she needs is often overwhelming.  She may not have the energy to address and think through what all her needs are.  Take the time to look at her [...]

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simple and to the point

GOD CANNOT LOVE YOU MORE than He already does…
AND HE WILL NOT LOVE YOU LESS no matter what you do when you are His child.
Lisa Cole, 2006
italics added

caring for you,
Carin g Hansen

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Eyebrow Tips

     Shapely eyebrows bordering on full have been ”in” for several seasons now…and for good reason.  Eyebrows are, what I call, ”eye frames”.   Well-shaped semi-full brows accentuate your eyes making them stand out more.  Brows also add interest to the face in a pair of sunglasses that just brush the bottom of them.  If you need help deciding where you should pluck and [...]

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