Category Archives: Wisdom

The Valley of Humiliation

Posted on October 16, 2010 by Fran Hart

Sometimes it takes the convergence of apparently unrelated vectors in life to shake us awake so we can appreciate the reality of our circumstances. In the work-world, I’ve been giving and receiving advice about how to not just survive but … Continue reading →

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Teens: You gotta love ’em!

Posted on August 19, 2010 by Fran Hart

It was inevitable. He’s 16. He can’t help himself. He must transition from child to adult. Unlike a caterpillar whose transition allows them the comfort of a cocoon to effectively insulate them from the world, teens must go out into … Continue reading →

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The funny thing about feedback

Posted on June 18, 2010 by fghart

It is better to be criticized by a wise man than praised by a fool (Ecclesiastes 7:5). Do you believe this to be true? There are people who operate as if only a fool would criticize them. Conversely, they believe … Continue reading →

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The Lord’s Ways Are Mysterious

Posted on January 25, 2010 by Fran Hart

January has been a long month, full of surprises. And full of irony. About 3 weeks ago, in pursuit of my blossoming career-interest (life as a full-time writer) I submitted an application to Examiner.com. Last week they let me know … Continue reading →

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In case that last post sounded sanctimonious

Posted on December 24, 2009 by Fran Hart

I’m not sanctimonious or holier-than-thou even if my last post sounded that way. My children may have survived thus far, but that is more of a reflection of God’s grace than my parenting skills. Maybe I’m sensitive to the harsh … Continue reading →

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In case that last post sounded sanctimonious

Posted on December 24, 2009 by fghart

I’m not sanctimonious or holier-than-thou even if my last post sounded that way. My children may have survived thus far, but that is more of a reflection of God’s grace than my parenting skills. Maybe I’m sensitive to the harsh … Continue reading →

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It’s a Banner Day!

Posted on October 24, 2009 by Fran Hart

In the beginning there was a standard template bearing the title of this blog “A Mother’s Angst. Soon after that I jazzed it up with the emo weeping eye. I’ve wept so many times over my children it seemed appropriate.I’ve … Continue reading →

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"Oh, What a Tangled Web We Weave…

Posted on October 17, 2009 by Fran Hart

…when first we practice to deceive.” Sir Walter Scott Once I read something that Neil posted on his blog and was flabbergasted…then realized he writes the best fiction I’ve ever found on the Internet. Bless him, he’s good! Not long … Continue reading →

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October: Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Posted on October 13, 2009 by Fran Hart

Maybe you know this already, but the statistics for domestic violence and sexual assault are grim. Girls and boys are exposed to inappropriate sexual content on a regular basis. I’m worried for our children, especially our daughters. 1 out of … Continue reading →

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Thirst for Wisdom – Water, precious water

Posted on October 9, 2009 by Fran Hart

One important fact about my international travels is my perpetual, almost unquenchable thirst. These three bottles may not look like much, but they are souvenirs of my trip to China. The large (right-most) bottle “Eventide” was purchased before the trip … Continue reading →

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