Category Archives: Optimism

This Day And Every Day Will Be A Brighter Day

Posted on February 2, 2023 by Mark Shields

Surely your goodness and love will follow me All the days of my life, And I will dwell in the house of the Lord Forever. – Psalm 23:6 Reading the word of God, we are given examples of how actions … Continue reading →

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From Bad Days To Good Days

Posted on February 1, 2023 by Mark Shields

The weather in Texas can change fast. As these photos I took one winter day at my office demonstrate. In the above photo, the morning was cold with snow. Then the afternoon was sunny and warm as in this second … Continue reading →

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Keep Spreading the Light

Posted on June 30, 2022 by Mark Shields

The Pharisees tried to trap Jesus by asking what they should do to a woman caught in adultery and if they should follow the Law by stoning her. Jesus said, “Let any one of you who is without sin be … Continue reading →

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The Light Changes Everything

Posted on June 29, 2022 by Mark Shields

Starting the day with a frame of mind consisting of fear, confusion, and darkness causes one to lose their edge for a great day. Instead, think of what good things are going on and this will build momentum for a … Continue reading →

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Stand Up to Pressure with Optimism

Posted on January 4, 2022 by Mark Shields

This photo was taken while on vacation years ago. We were going up Mt. Haleakala which is a dormant volcano on the Hawaiian Island of Maui. Volcanos occur because deep inside the earth there is built up pressure that has … Continue reading →

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