Tag Archives: Vicki Hinze

When You Win and Lose–Grace by Vicki Hinze

Posted on October 7, 2019 by

During the course of a lifetime, we all win some and lose some.  That is the nature of competition and the nature of life.  Learn to do both—to win and to lose—with dignity, respecting yourself, others and the competition. Have … Continue reading →

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Physical + Emotional + Spiritual = Balance By Vicki Hinze

Posted on September 16, 2019 by

  We all know it.  All is not lost and there is hope but, right now, as a civil society, we are in trouble. In recent months, we’ve seen three separate incidents of murder and massacre in our schools.  Granted, … Continue reading →

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United We Stand by Vicki Hinze

Posted on August 5, 2019 by

Let today be the day that Americans stand united for the Fallen and against violence and hatred in all its forms.   It begins with one.  One person.  One action.  One voice. Let it begin today with each of us. … Continue reading →

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The Art of Forgiveness by Vicki Hinze

Posted on July 15, 2019 by

  We’ve all been wronged, and we’ve all wronged.  One would think that would make the art of forgiveness easier, and yet it is something most still resist.  We tend to remember every infraction against us, but to forget every … Continue reading →

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INDEPENDENCE DAY! by Vicki Hinze

Posted on July 4, 2019 by

Independence Day By Vicki Hinze Independence Day is on the near horizon. On Monday, we’ll gather with family and friends and neighbors. We’ll picnic and grill. We’ll watch fireworks explode, maybe shoot off some ourselves, and celebrate the day off … Continue reading →

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The Ripple Spreads Wide

Posted on June 24, 2019 by

  Define lucky. I can’t speak for all, of course, but lucky is defined differently for different people in different situations. Sometimes luck is luck, and sometimes it is the result of some pretty intense effort—though, not necessarily on the exact … Continue reading →

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The Power of Shame by Vicki Hinze

Posted on April 1, 2019 by

  Merriam-Webster defines shame like this: Shame.  (Noun.) “A painful emotion caused by consciousness of guilt, shortcoming or impropriety.  “The susceptibility to such emotion.” “A condition of humiliating disgrace or disrepute.” “Something that brings censure or reproach. Something to be regretted.” … Continue reading →

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One Incident Changed Everything by Vicki Hinze

Posted on November 5, 2018 by

Can one incident change everything?  Your whole life? It can, and does for many. It did for Dr. Dana Perkins, a psychologist who taught Kindergarten because that’s where she felt she could do the most good for the kids.  Dana is … Continue reading →

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Reader-Shared Recommended Reads by Vicki Hinze

Posted on November 1, 2018 by

At Christians Read, I receive news of recommended reads often.  While I can’t possibly read them all without reading 24/7, I can pass along some of them so that maybe you’ll find books that interest you. Recent Recommendations I’ve received … Continue reading →

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Breaking Down Barriers by Vicki Hinze

Posted on October 15, 2018 by

  As a writer, for years, I was told essentially to “color within the lines.” Make no mistake that is solid advice for those seeking to build a career.  Readers read a book by you and they expect more of the … Continue reading →

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Wanting to Make a Difference by Vicki Hinze

Posted on September 24, 2018 by

  Why Do What I Do When Other Things Are Easier? Making a Difference There comes a time in every life where a person starts thinking about more than moving up the career ladder or personal ambition.  There comes a … Continue reading →

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Between the Rock and the Hard Place by Vicki Hinze

Posted on May 21, 2018 by

We’ve all been there with bosses, friends, family. Caught between the rock and the hard place. It’s uncomfortable, it’s maddening, and at times it’s heartbreaking.   We try to avoid those situations. We keep our opinions and thoughts to ourselves, … Continue reading →

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What Really Matters by Vicki Hinze

Posted on April 30, 2018 by

  Life throws a lot at people, and it starts immediately. As we grow and learn, it’s amazing how much we soak up like sponges and grasp. We learn what to do, what not to do. What to say and … Continue reading →

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FAIR AND FOOLISH by Vicki Hinze

Posted on February 5, 2018 by

No one wants to see themselves as unfair. And certainly no one wants to see themselves as foolish. Yet there are times and situations in which we find ourselves where we can or do seem one or the either. On … Continue reading →

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Human Trafficking: What You Need to Know and Why You Need to Know It by Vicki Hinze

Posted on January 15, 2018 by

By Presidential Proclamation, our monthly observance is on Human-Trafficking and Human-Rights Abuse. I want to share a bit about human-trafficking because there’s so much on it in the news right now—and likely will be in the near future. How bad … Continue reading →

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