Thank you, Barb, for sharing with us. This sounds like a mystery with some good twists.
We Three Things
When this blog post hits, December shopping and festivities will be in full swing. If your schedule is like mine, it is already robust and filled to the brim. Why is it at a time when we should be celebrating the birth of Jesus, we are stressed out, overcommitted, and possibly under the weather with winter viruses?
The activities surrounding the holidays can fill people with anxiety. If I begin to feel like I will never get everything done, I remember the wisdom of a friend named Pat.
Pat is no longer with us, but her advice lives on in my brain and my heart. Pat died at the age of ninety-two. She lived alone in a two-story house and battled Parkinson’s, a heart issue, macular degeneration that affected her eyesight, and poor bone health. How did she live alone and thrive? She told me that she got up every morning and made sure she did three things. Her list of at least three tasks would change from day to day. Doing this achievable list made her productive and gave her a sense of satisfaction and purpose.
On days when it seems like time is not my friend, I remember the wisdom of Pat. I make sure to get three things done and take a victory lap.
Investing in people is more important than checking off a to-do list. Pat made sure to call friends and send encouraging cards which brightened friends’ days. Pat also spent time with Jesus each day. Pat’s Jesus time was in addition to her three tasks.
This Christmas let’s take a deep breath and remember why we celebrate.
But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord.
Luke 2: 10—11 (NIV)
When stress starts to accumulate, remember Pat’s do-able list of three. Or remember an even greater list of three, the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
Merry Christmas! x 3!
My latest novel has Emma needing to lean on Jesus during her stressful times.
“Escape to Whispering Creek” book blurb:
Emma Uranova enjoys her office job until her boss
disappears with the investors' money. To avoid the media storm and false
accusations, Emma flees to Whispering Creek, Tennessee to live on her best
friend's secluded property. When a temporary position opens up in Nashville,
Emma leaves small-town anonymity to pad her depleted bank account. With a
handsome new boss and a steady income, Emma believes life is looking up...
until she discovers she has transported the scandal in her backpack. Where is
God when her life is falling apart?
Wade Donoven is recuperating from a crash that sidelined him from the family
electrical business. Worse yet, his prodigal younger brother is getting the
glory for Wade's accomplishments. Desperation, and physical setbacks, have him
agreeing to let Emma help him manage the business office. But when trouble
follows her to his doorstep, Wade must make some difficult choices. Sending
Emma back to Whispering Creek may unknowingly place the woman he's come to love
in danger.
You can purchase “Escape to Whispering Creek” on Amazon
https://www.amazon.com/Escape-Whispering-Creek-Barbara-Britton-ebook/dp/B0CWLCR93N/ref
or wherever books are sold. Watch the Book Trailer.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3wGFdj9gN3I
Barb’s Bio:
Barbara M. Britton lives in Wisconsin and writes Christian Fiction for teens and adults. She has a nutrition degree from Baylor University but loves to dip healthy strawberries in chocolate. Barb brings little known Bible characters to light in her Tribes of Israel series. She also writes Christian Contemporary Romance set in Whispering creek, TN. You can find out about Barb’s books on her website, or follow her on Facebook, Twitter, and Goodreads.
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Thank you for hosting me on your blog, Kathy. Merry Christmas!
ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas, Barb. Thank you so much. Kathy
DeleteSometimes I idolize accomplishing things. I needed to hear this today. Thanks, Barbara!
ReplyDeleteIt's so good to see you here, Priscilla. I'm happy the post was helpful. I remember Pat's advice when I think I'm spinning my wheels. It is easy to get bogged down with endless lists this time of year. I hope you have a wonderful Christmas!
DeleteThank you, Priscilla. Merry Christmas. Kathy
DeleteWhat a great idea to complete 3 things each day. Thanks for sharing, Barb. And I loved this book!!
ReplyDeleteThank you. Merry Christmas. Kathy
DeleteThanks for joining us. I'm happy you found Pat's wisdom encouraging. Merry Christmas!
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