Can We Trust Even When Life Feels Scary?

I used to think that if I planned well enough, I could keep my life safe and steady. I thought being in control was the same as being happy. Life doesn’t always follow our plans. Lately, my world has felt like a storm. Between the deaths of five people, my son’s transition after prison, and my sister’s diagnosis with breast cancer, the ground has felt very shaky. I’ve learned that when the world is chaotic, I can’t control what happens outside. Instead, I am continuing on my journey as the “architect” of my own heart.

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When things feel overwhelming, we often find ourselves in a knot of Thoughts, Emotions, and Actions (T.E.A.). Our thoughts try to anticipate the “what-ifs,” emotions feel heavy, and actions become frantic as we try to fix things we cannot control. Being an architect isn’t about stopping the storm. It’s about building a strong, safe house inside ourselves so we can stay standing while the wind blows. 

I can’t change a medical diagnosis or a legal situation; however, I can choose how I show up for myself and the people I love.

Trusting isn’t about knowing exactly how things will turn out. It’s about knowing that I have the strength to handle whatever happens next. It’s about being kind to myself, setting boundaries that protect my heart, and finding peace in the middle of the mess.

It is why I wrote my 4-week course.  If you are going through a hard season and feel like you’re losing your footing, I want to help. My T.E.A. Course is a place to learn to untangle our thoughts, emotions, and actions to find your calm again. I’d love for you to join the healing journey.

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The same as last Christmas…and the one before that, and the one before that. 

Time goes by too fast. Christmas is here before you’re ready and once again you’re forced into last minute decisions.   Like so many others, you end up tired and stressed due to last minute shopping and end up paying more than you budgeted. So here’s the question…

Is it worth it?

More than ever we’re hearing about getting started early, and for good reason. If you’ve been to a store recently, you’ll see some shelves already empty. There is a way around this. Get your Avon Christmas Catalog now. If you know what to purchase, order immediately and enjoy the rest of the season at your leisure! 

But what if you don’t know what to buy? Here’s where I can really help.

Show the catalog to everyone you plan to buy for and let them tell you what they want. Make a list of their desires; tell me your budget for each person, and I will take care of the rest. Usually it’s the guys who take advantage of this, but how about you mothers buying for your kids? What about your friends and co-workers?

More than ever, this year problems with shipping will cause more and bigger headaches. The backlog at harbors is ongoing and product shortage warnings have already sounded! Get ahead of it now.

I can also do layaway with 20% down. The only caveat is you lose that deposit if you don’t pay in full – but it’s better than some stores. Rumor has it that some major chains are doing away with lay-away all together! I will also pay for your shipping on orders over $60. Periodically Avon will do a ‘no shipping costs’ on orders as low as $25. It’s a great deal!

Finally, you can always check with me about specials that will happen over the next couple of months.

I want to help you get a head start on what could prove to be a tough buying season. And what’s the best outcome? Your holiday season will be one of cheer!! Let’s all enjoy a stress-free season. 

P.S. Here’s a bonus. When you enjoy Christmas, you make it a better season for everyone around you!

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