Elaine Sycks

I have been blessed to have only had one….

When you hear stories of individuals that have had multiple surgeries following an accident or to correct a congenital defect, etc. I consider myself blessed to have only had one major surgery. Many years ago I severed two nerves and a tendon in my right arm and it required “tying” the ends of the nervesContinue reading “I have been blessed to have only had one….”

My Daily Habits

Start the day with prayer….a prayer of gratitude for being able to live another day with purpose Then read a Scripture verse relevant to what’s on my schedule for the day Wish my husband a great day at work COFFEE COFFEE COFFEE Check in with my kids every day to see if they need anythingContinue reading “My Daily Habits”

A sustainable lifestyle….

GRATITUDE – we are grateful for what we have and care not about keeping up with the Jones NO WASTE – we do not waste food or supplies. We thrive on leftovers! 🙂 REPURPOSE – we try to get our money’s worth out of an item before we replace it or upgrade it. We tryContinue reading “A sustainable lifestyle….”

Chapter 3 “A Moral Quandary” from “The Councilman’s Gambit”

Patrick stared at the man, his eyes darting between the briefcase and the shadowed figure standing silently in the corner. He was trapped in a moral labyrinth, with no easy answers, no clear path out. The weight of his decision hung in the air, heavy and suffocating. The rain outside seemed to mirror the stormContinue reading “Chapter 3 “A Moral Quandary” from “The Councilman’s Gambit””

Obsessed with fish tacos

When I traveled to Puerto Vallarta recently, I became obsessed with fish tacos….They are the simplest food creation in the food, but the deep fried fish with the cole slaw and cream sauce was divine!

Bible Stories of Resilience to Encourage

Discover the inspiring Bible stories of resilience that teach us how faith and perseverance can help us overcome life’s toughest challenges. Journey with Joseph, who rose from betrayal and imprisonment to become a savior of nations; witness Job’s unwavering faith amid profound suffering; and follow Ruth’s loyalty and grit as she bravely navigates loss andContinue reading “Bible Stories of Resilience to Encourage”

My comfy combo

It would be my favorite pair of Lee jeans, my sweatshirt from the law school my husband graduated from, and my pink sketchers.

Midweek Motivational Post

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I define it as a relationship, not a ritual….

I rely on my prayer life. I reach out to God any time I need guidance, strength, or help with a difficult situation. The Bible is my daily guide and source of comfort, hope, wisdom and knowledge.

My prescription…(for not losing it :-) )

I start every day with a verse from the Bible and prayer. This gets my mindset on the right track. Church every Sunday. I try to spend an hour once a week on a quiet hobby by myself….photography, writing, gardening, yard work. Whatever does NOT require me talking to another human.