Author: Jenny

A Previously Posted Article: by Jenny Harrison “Thoughts become things…Choose the good ones!” ~~Mike Dooley Being an all-level special education counselor keeps me constantly moving between campuses and buildings. One morning, as I made my way from the elementary to the middle school building, I entered the playground area. A high level of energy could… Continue reading The Crummiest Day

by Jenny Harrison Strive not to be a success, but rather to be of value. ~~ Albert Einstein Outwardly, Mother Nature had taken a toll on the sweet lady. Her body was frail and her memory was compromised but the inward spirit, and the years of selfless service to others was beyond impressive. As she… Continue reading A Life of Value

by Jenny Harrison Here she sat—one of the final four people interviewing for a coveted position. At this point, all candidates were the best-of-the-best in the profession, each equipped with impressive resumes and references. The administrator was on a mission to zero in on the perfect candidate to add to her team of professionals. The… Continue reading Embracing Imperfection

A reposted article by Jenny Harrison “There is no better way to thank God for your sight than by giving a helping hand to someone in the dark.” ~~Helen Keller We were not intentionally trying to make a difficult situation worse. The truth is, my family was genuinely trying to be helpful when our eighteen… Continue reading Helping Hands

by Jenny Harrison “Time for dinner,” I announced one evening as our family was settling in after a long day. My two-year-old son enthusiastically ran to the table, licking his lips until he saw IT on his plate—broccoli! He closed his eyes, wrinkled his nose, shook his head, and said, “I can’t want it.” I… Continue reading I Can’t Want It

by Jenny Harrison Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths. Proverbs 3:5-6 (ESV) Those who know me best, know that I am directionally challenged. It has been said, “Jenny would have difficulty finding… Continue reading Recalculating

By Jenny Harrison On a Sabbath Jesus was teaching in one of the synagogues, and a woman was there who had been crippled by a spirit for eighteen years. She was bent over and could not straighten up at all. When Jesus saw her, he called her forward and said to her, “Woman, you are… Continue reading What’s Your Vantage Point?

by Jenny Harrison People never do things for your reasons, they do things for their reasons. It’s not personal! When taking an honest look at yourself, you will see characteristics that drive you crazy in others. No matter how good the preacher is on Sunday morning, he cannot compete with the entertainment and charm of… Continue reading Lessons from Life

by Jenny Harrison A few months ago, one of my dearest girlfriends was feeling a bit under the weather. Now I am not the most domestic in the kitchen but there are a couple of dishes she is fond of so I thought it might be the perfect pick me up if I took dinner… Continue reading Perfectly Imperfect

A repost by Jenny Harrison “Conflict is inevitable, but combat is optional.” ~~Max Lucado “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.” Matthew 5:9 (ESV) “Mom, she won’t let me have a turn with the new game.” “Teacher, he called me a name and stuck his tongue out at me.” When… Continue reading The Negotiation Table