Category: Jenny

by Jenny Harrison But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on the wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint. Isaiah 40:31 (NIV) The long and grueling journey was beginning to wind down. As my supervisor signed and approved … Continue reading Leaning on My Own Strength

Article reposted by Jenny Harrison For sin shall not be your master, because you are not under law, but under grace. Romans 6:14 (NIV84) I was tuned in to the radio while driving a familiar road to one of my work destinations when I heard the song by Chris Tomlin, Amazing Grace (My Chains Are… Continue reading Amazing Grace

A repost by Jenny Harrison A healthy attitude is contagious but don’t wait to catch it from others. Be a carrier. ~~Tom Stoppard If you were to ask me about my graduate and post graduate school experience, I would have to admit that the endless lectures, term papers, and examinations are somewhat of a blur.… Continue reading Sixteen Minutes

By Jenny Harrison All people cross the line from childhood to adulthood with a secondhand opinion of who they are. ~~ Heyward Ewart, AM I BAD? Recovering From Abuse It was a typical outing to the grocery store as I scanned the shelves in search of the weekly advertised specials. The day was uneventful until… Continue reading Sticks and Stones: When Words Hurt

A reposted article by Jenny Harrison “In one survey, respondents listed Princeton as one of the country’s top ten law schools.The problem? Princeton doesn’t have a law school.” ~~Alexandra Robbins As unbelievable as that sounds, according to Wikipedia, The Law School at the College of New Jersey (now Princeton University) was a department of Princeton… Continue reading The Roller Coaster of Public Opinion

by Jenny Harrison May these words of my mouth and this meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, Lord, my Rock and my Redeemer. Psalm 19:14 (NIV) I wish someone had snapped a picture of the stunned look on the faces of my colleagues and me when three employees at a quaint boutique… Continue reading Just Who Are You?

by Jenny Harrison But these things I plan won’t happen right away. Slowly, steadily, surely, the time approaches when the vision will be fulfilled. If it seems slow, wait patiently, for it will surely take place. It will not be delayed. Habakkuk 2:3 (NLT) A state of perpetual waiting appears to be our family theme… Continue reading Waiting in the Wings

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