by Marie Sumnicht | Feb 7, 2023 | Motivation, Reflections
People often commented on how “strong” I was in the months following my daughter’s death. Just weeks after Julia died, one of the cards I received was from a woman who wrote that I was going to be “such a testimony”. I stared at her words in disbelief and anger....
by marieparkssumnicht | Aug 16, 2020 | Motivation, Reflections
I’m back! Sorry for the delay. I started writing many times on various topics, always struggling with which one to complete. I decided to share today’s reflection because I believe it can help others through the challenges we are facing in America. After...
by marieparkssumnicht | Jul 12, 2019 | Motivation, Reflections
Marie’s Reflections There’s a Christian band called “I am they”. I thought the title rather strange until its meaning was explained. The band understood that our lives are really about others, not about “self”. But we live in a very “self” centered world that clamors...
by marieparkssumnicht | Feb 19, 2019 | Motivation
Marie’s Reflections How many of you reading this are feeling hopeless? Like there’s nothing that will ever change the way you feel, unless your child was alive and with you? Or, if you could go back and “undo” all the “mistakes” you think or know you made? I want you...
by marieparkssumnicht | Feb 10, 2019 | Exercise, Family, Motivation, Reflections
Marie’s Reflections Intentional living often equals discomfort. I’ve experienced over time that the only way to real personal growth is to stretch yourself. As human beings, most of us have traits and emotions that can block us from growing towards our potential...
by marieparkssumnicht | Jan 31, 2019 | Motivation
“We work to become, not to acquire.” (Elbert Hubbard) Working towards a goal isn’t always “smooth sailing”. It means that we will make mistakes and have bad days. But it also means that the only time we really fail is when we quit. If we quit, then we don’t have a...
