Tag Archives: wisdom

One Nation, Under God

Posted on October 6, 2018 by Elena Bowling

There was a knock at the door this morning. The young man was about to leave as I answered. He was a student from our local university, working on behalf of the IL republican candidate for governor. Bradley introduced himself … Continue reading →

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Perception vs Reality 

Posted on August 26, 2017 by Elena Bowling

“Perception is reality”I disagreed with her remark, resisting the idea that what someone thinks (about a person or situation) is true. I have wrong thoughts all the time, so I know firsthand that just having a thought doesn’t make it … Continue reading →

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Enslaved

Posted on April 1, 2017 by Elena Bowling

The past few days have been incredibly emotional for me, and over money of all things!   I’ve been angry, sad, confused, hopeful and determined.  Determined to get answers to a problem with my parents tax return.  Determined to fix … Continue reading →

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Lamentations

Posted on January 23, 2014 by Elena Bowling

Today is my day four as a non-smoker. That means I’ve said no to the flesh, resisted temptation and mentally refused my addiction at least one thousand times in almost 96 hours. Yay for me, right? Well Deja vu. I’ve … Continue reading →

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“Discipline”

Posted on October 5, 2013 by Elena Bowling

Mark and I were blessed to have been a part of the team from LifeSong Church on a recent mission trip to Jacmel, Haiti, serving in the community of Morne Oge. Sometimes blessings arrive at your door, wearing a disguise. … Continue reading →

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