The boyfriend that did not love you enough. The job that did not appreciate your hard work. The family that did not support you. The friends who turned their backs on you. The loved one who passed on to Glory who you miss dearly. People like to say that time heals all wounds, but in […] Read more…
Encourage
Unnecessary Mistreatment
Just because you are related to or involved with someone does not mean you have to accept their mistreatment. “That is just how he/she is” is an unacceptable excuse. Life is too short to be miserable. You do not have to tolerate anyone’s foolishness, emotional or physical abuse. “…and she loves me more than you’ll ever […] Read more…
LOL!
One of my favorite things to do is laugh! Nothing picks my spirits up or makes my day like a good laugh. According to HelpGuide.org, here is why you should laugh more often: The Physical Health Benefits of Laughter reduce stress lower blood pressure elevate mood boost immune system improve brain functioning protect the heart connect […] Read more…
Temptation
When I want to do good, evil is right there with me. Romans 7:21 NIV It is so easy to do wrong. We are surrounded by wrong! From media, to society, it seems that wrong is right. It feels good, it is fun and it is what we desire to do. It is SO important […] Read more…
Why We Settle For Less
Our wants and needs lead us to settle for less in many areas of our lives – love, work, purchases, goals, and the list goes on. Let’s examine why we settle for less and how we can reach our wants and needs in a positive manner. We settle for less because…. We are IMPATIENT. “I want […] Read more…
Have Some Fun!
We have all heard the saying, “Life is too short.” As a society, we work hard, but don’t play enough. Oprah has done a number of shows where she talks with women from around the world and all the women said the same thing – Americans work too much and don’t have enough fun. I […] Read more…
Nothing
Nothing. There is nothing you cannot do. I know it sounds easier said than done, but think about it. I mean really think about it. Despite any trials, difficulties or doubts, there is nothing you cannot do. But you must have faith. He (Jesus) replied, “Because you have so little faith. I tell you the […] Read more…
Be Grateful
Dear Pumps & Gloss Friends, I am very pleased with Jennifer Hudson’s Oscar win, as well as her other triumphs during this award season. I am glad that she won the Golden Globe, the first of many awards. I was also pleased that she acknowledged and thanked Florence Ballard, one-third of the Supremes whom her […] Read more…
Be Encouraged!
Happy Wednesday to You! I am Joyful Radiance and I am thrilled to welcome you to Pumps and Gloss! Comfort, o comfort my people, says your God. Isaiah 40:1 My role with Pumps and Gloss is to provide encouragement. I know we all face challenging times at one point or another. Other times, we just […] Read more…
Mix it Up
Welcome friends to Pumps and Gloss. Allow me to introduce myself; my name is Mix Maven. For the most part I love fusion, which is evident in my music taste. I enjoy listening to Amy Winehouse because she marries jazz, 50s and 60s Motown melodies with contemporary lyrics. India.Arie is another favorite because she fuses […] Read more…
