Author: nicole

Nothing makes me feel better than purging the things that weigh me down… both figuratively and literally. Shame, guilt, bitterness and boxes of junk that have been hiding in my garage are now on the curb. I hope you spend the weekend doing some solid spring cleaning!

“If you don’t like something, change it. If you can’t change it, change your attitude.” -Maya Angelou

I am stunned by all of the beautiful talents God has given His children… some create art, some make people laugh, some nurture a safe place to cry. All of us have been given different gifts, but God blessed each one of us with something special to share with this world. I hope you know the importance of discovering your ... Read More

If you want to experience God’s presence on Earth, slow down, take a deep breath, ask Him to reveal Himself and then expect that He will.

The next time I’m frustrated by some disagreement with my husband, I’m going to remember how good it felt to hold his hand again after a month of being apart. Hold onto the ones you love tightly.

A Daily Dose of Inspiration today from my dear Aunt Mary, who was the first to tell me, “Nic, you wouldn’t know happy if you didn’t know sad.”

I recently received an email from a woman who wanted to give me $1,000. No joke. She had $1,000 to give away, and she wanted to give it to me!

Every year, Bell State Bank & Trust gives their employees money to give away in a random act of kindness. This year, the business added a twist and another layer to ... Read More

“Kindness is just love with its work boots on.” -The House Bunny (I haven’t seen the movie, but I LOVE the quote. Thanks LeAnn Mouw!)

My joy doesn’t come from how people treat me. It comes from how I treat people.

The more difficult a situation, the more amazed you will be when you see how God worked it all out for good.