Category Archives: life & love

Lead with Love

Posted on February 15, 2021 by Deanna Kohlhofer

I don’t remember mom and dad talking to us about a lot of serious things. Maybe they talked to my siblings – but I just don’t remember them talking to me about things like racism, worldview, the Bible, or even … Continue reading →

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Once Upon a Time…

Posted on February 13, 2021 by Deanna Kohlhofer

My granddaughter loves to tell stories. We have to make up stories for each other on a regular basis. Her stories involve a funny grandpa or a mischievous sister. My stories are typically centered around a beautiful girl with red … Continue reading →

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Taking Care of Houseplants & People

Posted on February 8, 2021 by Deanna Kohlhofer

I remember my mom having a love for houseplants. I am not really one to pay attention to all the details, so I am not sure where they all came from, but there were a ton. I am not exaggerating … Continue reading →

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Send the Flowers

Posted on February 1, 2021 by Deanna Kohlhofer

Last month, I went through my camera roll and printed out a few recent-ish pictures so I could update the ones that donned my walls. The old ones, that always made me feel like I would be profiled wrong, really … Continue reading →

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Strong Women … and a Hug

Posted on December 3, 2020 by wisdomfromafather

I’ve been blessed. Throughout my life, I have been surrounded by strong women. They had to be. They had to deal with me. My grandmother was always a rock and inspiration who never judged. laughed at my jokes, encouraged me. … Continue reading →

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Giving Thanks in 2020

Posted on November 26, 2020 by wisdomfromafather

Thanksgiving 2020. Those words seem like an oxymoron. This has certainly been a strange year. When you look around, you might sense there is less to be thankful about than usual as we approach the close of 2020 with anticipation. … Continue reading →

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Another Birthday

Posted on November 19, 2020 by wisdomfromafather

I know there is no time in eternity, but I have to say, you haven’t aged a day, Sweetheart. You’re even more beautiful today than ever. Tomorrow is actually you’re birthday, but I couldn’t resist making my usual remark — … Continue reading →

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You Just Never Know

Posted on November 12, 2020 by wisdomfromafather

It never ceases to amaze me how fast “routines” change, how the ordinary turns into a moment of encouragement, how much everyone needs a friend. Each morning I send out an uplifting message, sometimes with an inspirational photo or a … Continue reading →

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Taking the Day Off

Posted on November 5, 2020 by wisdomfromafather

I seriously considered just not posting today. I seriously considered jut calling out. In a sense, that’s exactly what I will be doing … although it involves words. Since making the decision to share something daily, I’ve been going non-stop. … Continue reading →

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Happy Halloween

Posted on October 29, 2020 by wisdomfromafather

I’m not a big fan of Halloween. I never was … even as a kid. I never got into it as my five children looked forward to trick or treating. I still keep my porch light off on Halloween night, … Continue reading →

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