It is a New Year and it is a NEW DAY! As every day, we have another opportunity to do better, to be better, to love deeper, to lead stronger and to make a positive impact in every aspect of our day and our personal reckoning. EVERY day we have another chance to get it right, to fix what is holding us back and stifling what brings growth and maturity into our souls. In fact, each moment in time we have the power within us to change the narrative, the. situation, the regret, to

Name: BRUTUS Breed: Lab/Hound Mix DOB: (10/25/18) Brutus is a beautiful 4 year old Lab/Hound Mix and weighs about 65 lbs. The best thing about Brutus is his full body wiggle when you say his name! Brutus is relearning basic commands, so far, he has mastered SIT & DOWN. He plays well with other dogs, loves people and is even learning to accept chickens as friends. Brutus likes to chase cats so no cats in his new household. Brutus is well mannered, loves his walks, and enjoys a

Sahil Hogarty, a sophomore at Davidson College, comes from a family of doctors. He feels blessed to continue his family’s legacy in the medical field. When his mom, Dr. Suneya Hogarty suggested that Sahil seek out a summer internship with Literacy Connections, he walked in with an open mind not knowing much about literacy in the community. Sahil’s summer provided a trifecta of experiences including shadowing doctors, tutoring literacy students, and bringing it all together in

I don’t care how good of a person you are, how gifted, anointed, or spiritual you are. You can teach Sunday School, sing in the choir, or even be the lead pastor; the attacks will come! The enemy will haunt your mind with thoughts of fear and doubt, and convince you that things will never get better, you will always be stuck in a rut, you don’t deserve any better, you are getting just what you deserve, this is all your fault, and there is no such thing as forgiveness, healin

A worker in God’s vineyard Dreamed of equality for all mankind Uplifting conditions of all people Is what he had in mind Reminding us to continue Along the brightly lit way Without resenting others Peaceful, always remember to pray Move on without bitterness No room in our hearts for hate Carry ourselves with dignity Continue to pray and wait There will be times of dissatisfaction Know that we are never alone God gives us hope, and our faith grows The seeds have already been

When I was a child and I received a gift card or cash, my parents would say, “That money must be burning a hole in your pocket!” Apparently, I was persistent in getting them to take me shopping, so I could buy my present. Thankfully, I’ve learned a little patience. Patience can actually save you some money too! I love the “Wish List” on Amazon. Before everyone emails me about shopping local: 1. Local merchants also sell products on Amazon and 2. I can’t drive, so Amazon is