Faith and Trust

During these difficult financial times, our faith and trust can be very helpful. Many people are hopefully realizing that their security is not out there but inside of them.
In the past, one of the benefits of being a teacher and government employee was job security. Obviously, that is not the present reality. Many people felt comfortable matching their expenses to their income without having much of a cushion. Even more men and women lived beyond their income with the use of credit cards.
No doubt that these times are financially tough, but hopefully we can also benefit by learning from the experience. It is important to have a budget and save money first before the rest is spent. Some financial experts call it, "Pay Yourself First!" It is also helpful to control our buying so that it does not control us.
Finally, let's make the best of the situation and keep the faith and trust that the economy is recovering now. Let's help others in any way that we can. That helps them have trust and faith, too. Our thoughts are very powerful. Together we can emerge even better economically and as more caring and trusting people.

"Extreme Make-Over Home Edition" Best TV

I am so impressed with this Sunday evening television show. It restores our faith in the caring, loving aspects of human beings. The men and women creating the make-overs demonstrate extreme compassion, humor, and appreciation of the recipiants of this great gift.

The families go on vacation while their homes are leveled to make room for the new ones built in only one week. Each family member is interviewed to find out what they are interested in, so their decor can be designed for their unique personalities and interests.

Sometimes the community members raise enough money to pay the mortgage, purchase a much needed vehicle, and/or provide the children with college scholarships. So much more is given unconditionally that it warms the heart and reminds us to care about our fellow citizens. Needless to say, I highly recommend this wonderful reality show and I hope to see many more like it.