by Joy Dunlap | Jan 7, 2022 | Encouragement, Hope, Rescue, Tips for Living a Full Life
©Joy Dunlap https://joydunlap.com Change is often unexpected; other times we know it’s coming and even anticipate it. Last weekend we had unseasonably high temperatures in the mid-70s. Outdoor water aerobics, flip flops and summer shorts climate. By Monday it was...
by Joy Dunlap | Aug 15, 2021 | Lessons along Life's Journey, Rescue, Strength
©Joy Dunlap https://joydunlap.com The hawk perched on the tree branch waiting patiently for its prey. Fascinated by its presence, I watched to see what it might do. My attention wandered, and in that moment of distraction, the predator swooped down and grabbed its...
by Joy Dunlap | Aug 5, 2021 | Encouragement, Hope, Lessons along Life's Journey, Rescue
©Joy Dunlap https://joydunlap.com We’ve all experienced attacks – some physical, some mental, some emotional, some spiritual. And some – well, they end up fitting every category. They start in one area and end up affecting us in various ways. Word assaults can...
by Joy Dunlap | Apr 5, 2021 | Growth, Lessons along Life's Journey, Rescue
©Joy Dunlap https://joydunlap.com Decayed. Cracked. Damaged. The gouges ran deep inside. Several boards on our deck showed signs of storms, weight, and daily wear, so we decided to replace the ones that were severely messed up. After the craftsman replaced the old...
by Joy Dunlap | Feb 25, 2021 | Hope, Love, Peace, Rescue
©Joy Dunlap https://joydunlap.com People everywhere are hurting. Wearied by the demands of everyday life. Saddened by the loss of a loved one. Burdened by the destructive choices of a family member. Worried about paying the bills or feeding the family. Injured by the...
by Joy Dunlap | Dec 26, 2020 | Fulfillment, Hope, Rescue
©Joy Dunlap https://joydunlap.com “Great things come to those who believe.” Yes, they do! But not in the way the world would have us see “great things” such as fame or fortune; finding the “perfect” job, spouse or house; or enjoying the ultimate vacation or holiday....
