Pivot

By: Allison Harrell What comes to mind when you hear the word "pivot"? Living in South Georgia, my thoughts immediately go to irrigation pivots—those large sprinklers spraying the fields, a familiar sight as I drive past miles of farmland. Some days they stand still, waiting for the right moment to work. Other days, they move steadily, delivering life-giving water to the crops below. Recently, I started reading The Pivot Year by Brianna Wiest, a daily devotional offering...



Christmas is coming, Don't Panic!

By Jennie G. Douglas Embrace the impending holiday hustle with grace and purpose, as we navigate the countdown to Christmas in less than 21 days. Amidst the whirlwind that was Halloween and Thanksgiving, upcoming school functions, work obligations, and a plethora of social events, the stress can become palpable. It's during this time that many mothers find themselves pulled in numerous directions, grappling with work deadlines, endless to-do lists, and external expectations that seem...



How to Become a Better Partner with your Aging Parent

written by Amy Kirkpatrick, Certified Life Coach Our aging parents and loved ones live in a world full of chronic losses and are trying to hold onto what little control they have left. They are dealing with: 1. A loss of health- to move and act as they once did when they were younger. 2. Loss of friends and family members. 3. Loss of authority, power, and status. We live in a society that values “what you do”. When you are done “doing” you must move quietly to the...



Time is the Best Teacher

Here goes… My first blog post! It’s fun to do new things and my adventurous spirit has ramped up over the last couple of years. Trust me…. I still fight the “over-cautious” bug that developed over the years of raising 4 children. But, hey….. I’m making steps forward and I am enjoying the path I’m currently walking. Recently, I have started a Life Coaching career, become a grandmother, and have gotten a little more comfortable wearing yoga pants in public. Watch out...