Veterans share stories (Part 2)

Posted on November 14, 2019 - November 14, 2019 by Michelle Kaderly Welsh

This is Part 2 of my tribute to veterans. I learn so much when veterans share stories. This week, I am sharing the stories of two more people: Diana Dougherty and Ken Joyce. Diana Dougherty My friend,... Read More

Veterans share stories (Part 1)

Posted on November 7, 2019 by Michelle Kaderly Welsh

I asked several of my friends who served in our Armed Forces to share about their experiences. I understand going into depth is hard, especially for those who served in battle and lost friends. While ... Read More

Happy Reformation Day!

Posted on October 31, 2019 - October 31, 2019 by Michelle Kaderly Welsh

Today, October 31, 2019, is the 502nd anniversary of when Martin Luther posted his “Ninety-five Theses” on the door of Castle Church* in Wittenberg, Germany. Little did he know that on October 31,... Read More

Choosing college, career

Posted on October 24, 2019 - October 24, 2019 by Michelle Kaderly Welsh

Advice for high school juniors Choosing a college and field of study (career) needn’t be so high pressured and stressful, I thought as my daughter expressed her frustrations. Her tears triggered... Read More

To dye or not to dye hair

Posted on October 17, 2019 - October 17, 2019 by Michelle Kaderly Welsh

–and other age related questions To dye or not to dye—that is the question as I watch my brown hair turn gray. I find wiry pieces of hair and stare at them in wonder—did that really come fro... Read More

How to break away from negative thinking

Posted on October 10, 2019 - October 10, 2019 by Michelle Kaderly Welsh

Do you want to break away from negative thinking? For as long as I can remember, negative, anxious, and critical thoughts beat me up inside. I’m better than I used to be, certainly, but it would be ... Read More

Pets, people seek attention

Posted on October 3, 2019 - October 3, 2019 by Michelle Kaderly Welsh

My pets get pushy when they want attention. I think people tend to do this, too, but maybe in less obvious ways. Pets seek attention by getting in our space Take my cat, Bandit. He misses his girls wh... Read More

Transform Your Thought Life through Meditation

Posted on September 26, 2019 - September 26, 2019 by Michelle Kaderly Welsh

This week, I want to introduce you to Sarah Geringer, author of a book I highly recommend: Transforming Your Thought Life: Christian Meditation in Focus. I am honored to be on her launch team. Since h... Read More

Give yourself permission to relax

Posted on September 19, 2019 - September 19, 2019 by Michelle Kaderly Welsh

The world seemed crystal clear with its bright blue sky and puffy, white, cumulous clouds. It felt like I wore new prescription glasses, but of course, I didn’t. My neighborhood was quiet; not even ... Read More

Depend on changes–that’s life

Posted on September 12, 2019 - September 12, 2019 by Michelle Kaderly Welsh

A year has come and gone since I mentioned the big changes on the horizon. Those changes plus others came along. What a journey it has been! Expected and unexpected changes Rather than just one son pu... Read More