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the weight of words

Not all words weigh the same. It’s a linguistic truth that deserves some thought. Some words flow out quick and vaporize, leaving no lasting residue. They are traded back and forth in rapid succession with little value beyond their immediate purpose. Some fall like stones in a pool, sending ripples out to the far edges. […]


encourage purpose work

decide to transition with purpose

We are created for a rhythmic life. Our days and seasons exist within time’s boundaries, beyond our control. I believe it’s for good reason and to our benefit. But it’s the transitions from one to another that are a buzzkill.  Think about mornings and bedtime. Going from sleep to wakefulness or from a busy mind to […]


encourage purpose

enneagram: a helpful tool that might make you a better SLP

Identifying problems is a major slice of our jobs as SLPs.  We administer tests and interpret results, then pinpoint delays or disorders in communication. Afterward, we set goals and write plans for targeting the problem areas. It becomes second nature quickly. We maintain a sort of continual evaluation mindset. But when was the last time you […]


movies

Summer Movie Picks for Speechies

Summers are for going and doing and having all the fun you can’t go/do/have in other seasons. But when heat and humidity drive us indoors, movies provide a restful escape from the sun. For our family, watching movies together and talking about them in the days that follow is one of our favorite collective pastimes. […]


encourage Speech/Heart Connection

how to speak worthwhile words with kindness

“When she speaks she has something worthwhile to say, and she always says it kindly.” Proverbs 31:26 Good news. You know the amazing, do-it-all woman described in Proverbs 31? She’s possibly not one particular person, but rather a personification of wisdom. An example to strive for.  Tucked among this beautiful description of the wise life […]


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