Today is a day for you to discover the places and spaces of your life where your wants are distracting, where your thoughts are so plagued by desire that you are not present in the moments of now, where you have been so busy wanting you have forgotten to dream. Dreaming is not a far away place or idea. Dreaming is the capacity to see beyond what you know, imagine beyond what you can feel, and work for the tangible results beyond where you currently stand. As God guides you today remember God in your thoughts and prayers. Remember God in your attitude and gratefulness. Remember that God as a Great Shepherd has instilled in you the ability to be guided by God's spirit. Use this day to worship and work for dreams becoming a reality. 

In this season of spring burgeoning forth and people being so relieved from the ice, snow, and protective layers of clothes – – it is easy to feel hopeful. Take this opportunity to build hope in your life & the lives around you by planting seeds.  Here are three pathways to planting: 1) Connect with loved ones. Whether you are deep in litigation or hope to never see the inside of the court room, it is essential to take time to connect with loved ones. They will be your support system in times of need and your cheering section in times of great accomplishment. What I often see in my fields of expertise is people who failed to nurture their important relationships and then seek to hold on to those same relationships in times of crisis. Because we are so busy with our to do lists, we often forget to take time to make the phone call, write the note, send the birthday card, or just simply take the time to say thank you. Make the connection with those you love today. Relationships are li ...

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