A Good Start

By Dwayne Hicks | June 1, 2019 |

I love seeing small children learn and grow. It’s like every day is a new adventure. They are discovering, experimenting, testing and growing every day. They will often test the limits and boundaries set forth by their parents as well as natural boundaries. As the child grows, he/she observes their parents and adopts many habits…

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Walk Instead of Worry

By Dwayne Hicks | January 4, 2018 |

I remember reading a quote years ago that said: “Worry is like a rocking chair; it will give you something to do, but it will get you nowhere”. I have my own secret way of worrying. I actually use a different word. Instead of saying I’m worried about something, I use the word “concerned”. The…

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Speak To Me

By Dwayne Hicks | March 9, 2015 |

I awoke this morning pretty much like any other morning with my alarm clock “screaming” (it feels like that some days!) that it’s time to get up. I realize that I may be just a little sleep deprived because of the whole “spring forward” time change thing this weekend. I do love this time of…

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No Worries

By Dwayne Hicks | February 11, 2014 |

I love those two words. I try to use them pretty often so that they disarm people who might otherwise think I’m frustrated or upset. I really want those two words to be a deep part of who I am. I want to choose NOT to worry about anything, but to trust God with everything! …

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Peace

By Dwayne Hicks | May 31, 2013 |

This word to me means freedom from stress or worry. It doesn’t necessarily mean that it’s quiet around me. It means relaxation and rest from the things that cause me to worry or stress about. I love having peace of mind that says “all is good”. I love having a peaceful home where my boys…

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