Susan Call's Blog, page 20

5 Steps to Jump Start Your Progress

This is going to be a different kind of blog post. Typically when I sit down to write, something from everyday life grabs me – from fog to a game of Connect Four, the ordinary inspires me with practical wisdom. … Continue reading →

3 Things That Could Save A Friend’s Life

“Did you see that?” my friend blurted out as soon as the car door clicked shut. Just as quickly, her husband nodded with affirmation. “Should we say anything?” she asked, shaken by what they had seen, yet unsure how to … Continue reading →

What the Video Doesn’t Show…

Have you seen the video?” one friend asked. Another asked if I thought the NFL got it right. I did see the video. You’ve probably seen it too – the one that’s making its rounds on the news. But I … Continue reading →

A New Perspective on “Change”

I’ve heard it said that the only thing that is constant is change.  Maybe you’ve heard that too? Change doesn’t always feel comfortable. It’s not always something we welcome. If we’re honest, it can be quite disconcerting, uncomfortable, and leave … Continue reading →

3 Lessons I Learned from my Dog

You could say I’ve been busy re-booting my writing and my blog. Over the past several weeks I’ve been speaking at and/or attending a variety of conferences. During that time I’ve really been seeking God’s direction for my writing – … Continue reading →

Hail, Hydrangeas, and Hope – 5 Nuggets of Wisdom for the Storms of Life

For years after we moved into our split ranch home in the suburbs, an unassuming hydrangea bush stood almost forgotten in our front yard. The small bush only managed to only spit out a few small pale flowers each year. … Continue reading →

5 Life Lessons from a Game of Connect Four

I recently dusted off my family’s old Connect Four and enjoyed several games.  While I watched the emerging patterns, with my evolving strategy, I realized that this simple game offers a few good life lessons. 1. Some times it’s not … Continue reading →

Encouragement from a flat tire… just what your broken New Year’s resolutions need!

We had been looking forward to that trip for months. During the long, cold, snowy winter, it had become the infamous dangling carrot – a much needed something to look forward to. On that warm, long awaited for, early summer … Continue reading →

Can you hear me now? A valuable lesson from being ignored.

On a recent weekend afternoon, I interrupted my husband, deep in thought, focused on a project. As I spoke to him, he nodded giving an occasional “mhmm.”  But, somewhere mid-sentence, I realized I recognized “that” look. You know “that” look … Continue reading →

7 Great Ways to Live Lighter in the New Year

With the sound of New Year’s noise makers fading, it’s a natural time of year to make changes that can lead to a healthier, happier life. Many of us resolve to improve our physical health by eating right and exercising. … Continue reading →