Loneliness Around the Holidays

Loneliness Around the Holidays was the focus of our Between Us Women’s meeting on November 19, 2025. The conversation was honest, thoughtful, and eye-opening. While loneliness is not limited to the holiday season, there is strong evidence that it increases during this time of year. Loneliness is a psychological experience. It is not simply about being alone. It is about feeling disconnected from the people and the world around you. During the holidays, that sense...

Work/Life Balance

                    Teach us to number our days, that we might gain a heart of wisdom.                                                                                                                             Psalm 90:12 NIV On October 22, 2025, we had a very interactive and motivating conversation about Work/Life Balance. We talked about how women often carry so many responsibilities that need to be woven into everyday life. There are family, work, social, and...

Liberating Truth

The word liberating means freeing oneself or others from something that holds them captive. We can be imprisoned physically, mentally, or emotionally. Think about a bank vault. Inside, customers store valuables: cash, gold, important documents like deeds and titles, even family heirlooms. Banks take great care to ensure no one remains inside before the vault door closes. Once sealed, the vault is protected by a time lock clock that prevents it from being opened...

The Color and Meaning of Cancer Ribbons

While the pink ribbon is a well-recognized symbol of breast cancer awareness and support, many different awareness ribbons, representing many different types of cancers, exist. You might be surprised to learn that more than 50 ribbons represent different cancers and their survivors and caregivers today. But where did it all start? Awareness ribbons initially sprang from a 1970s tune, “Tie a Yellow Ribbon Round the Ole Oak Tree,” which inspired the wife of a...

National Grandparent Day/Week

https://grandparentsday.org Do Something Grand #DoSomethingGrand and celebrate Grandparents Day (Sunday, September 7, 2025) throughout the month of September! This year we are celebrating “Stories From the Table.” Inspired by the Emmy-nominated Netflix film NONNAS, this year’s theme honors the food, family, and wisdom shared across generations. Whether you’re gathering around the table, swapping recipes, or simply sharing stories, it’s a chance to strengthen...

Back-to-School Prep That Starts Now (Because August Came Fast)

https://www.family-compassion.org/post/back-to-school-prep-that-starts-now-because-august-came-fast?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22866116786&gbraid=0AAAAApwp-WVItawf5mBi9aUM2OuDTwrYk&gclid=CjwKCAjw2brFBhBOEiwAVJX5GAg9YzYyYZrto6paUqrEXMqAG6ZzMF9fh_XZa2T7uNX7XWU1oL_fjxoCe6wQAvD_BwE Somehow it’s already August 1, and while there’s still time to soak up summer, it’s also time to start thinking about the school year ahead. Not in a panic, but with...

Heat Cramps, Exhaustion, Stroke

https://www.weather.gov/safety/heat-illness During extremely hot and humid weather, your body’s ability to cool itself is challenged. When the body heats too rapidly to cool itself properly, or when too much fluid or salt is lost through dehydration or sweating, body temperatures rise and you or someone you care about may experience a heat-related illness. It is important to know the symptoms of extreme heat exposure and the appropriate responses. The...