by Diane R | Oct 24, 2024 | Between Us - Weekly
We glory in tribulations, knowing that tribulation produces [b]perseverance; and perseverance, [c]character; and character, hope. Romans 5:3 Sometimes, as women and mothers, we ask God for things, experiences, and a change in circumstances for our households, especially as it relates to our children. It seems even though we pray to God or lecture our children, we talk to teachers and counselors, and the things we seek still elude us. I’m talking about years of...
by Betweenus | Sep 16, 2024 | Health
People who are considering suicide may show signs that they are thinking about or planning to attempt suicide. These are known as warning signs of suicide. It can be scary when someone you care about may be considering suicide, but there are things you can do to help. This fact sheet can help you recognize common warning signs that may indicate a person is at risk of suicide. It also provides tips on how to respond if you observe these warning signs in someone and...
by Betweenus | Sep 12, 2024 | Health
Cancer is one of our nation’s most feared diseases, with more than 1.6 million new cases diagnosed each year. But thanks to NIH research, this number is now falling. Between 1991 and 2014, cancer death rates went down 25 percent. NIH research has transformed the way we think about cancer from affecting specific parts of the body to a much more precise understanding of the molecular cause. For example, the drug pembrolizumab is one of a new class of cancer drugs...
by Betweenus | Sep 12, 2024 | Between Us - Weekly
Moving into a new house can be challenging, exciting, and filled with possibilities because of the various decorating options. You can create and explore multiple design styles. During the move, you can decide what stays and what goes. Whatever you take, you incorporate old and new items once you are in the new place. You might wonder why you bought some items. However, you had a plan when you packed them. Having recently moved and experienced the above. I took...
by Betweenus | Aug 23, 2021 | Between Us - Weekly
Last week was typical until I got to Friday around 4:00 p.m., and everything changed. I received a message telling me that someone I interacted with tested positive for COVID-19, and I should quarantine over the weekend and test on Monday. Did I want to hear that? I had three thoughts regarding this: how do I tell my husband? Second, I must stay shut up in my room all weekend and cancel my plans. Third, I need to know if I will experience any symptoms and what...
by Diane R | Jun 26, 2021 | Between Us - Weekly
When I was a little girl about ten years old in the fifth grade, we studied the great world explorations. I remember reading about the Portuguese explorer Bartolomeu Diaz who sailed around the southernmost tip of South Africa and called it the Cape of Good Hope. There was something about the Cape of Good Hope that sounded so exotic and exciting to my 10-year-old self I wanted to go there. It was my dream place for at least that year when I was in fifth grade. ...
by Alesa W.RPh.,B.S.Pharm | May 17, 2021 | Health
What is high blood pressure? Blood pressure is the force of blood against your artery walls as it circulates through your body. Blood pressure normally rises and falls throughout the day, but it can cause health problems if it stays high for a long time. High blood pressure can lead to heart disease and stroke— the leading causes of death in the United States Who is at risk? One in three American adults has high blood pressure—that’s an estimated 67 million...
by Betweenus | May 3, 2021 | Between Us - Weekly
How many people in the workforce read their organization’s employee handbook or policies? Employees fail to obtain the knowledge and therefore are uninformed. It is crucial to know the expectations of your behavior and rights in the workplace. They are essential components of employment. Employers create policies and handbooks to provide employees with information on their behavior, fairness, and management responsibilities. The information is an employee...
by Betweenus | Apr 21, 2021 | Between Us - Weekly
One of my favorite scriptures is 1 Peter 5: 7 “Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.” Throughout my Christian life, I have come to embrace that scripture, and it has changed the way I handle my challenges and the ones people share with me. We must come to terms with the fact that we are not problem solvers. We must acknowledge Him when we feel overwhelmed and helpless. The effects of anxiety may elude us, and we will fail to notice...
by Betweenus | Oct 12, 2020 | Between Us - Weekly
We live in a world that has a process for just about everything. A process can eliminate the guesswork and provide us with a straightforward task. It can determine success or failure, and we all want successful outcomes. In December 2019, I was adamant about pursuing my Professional Human Resources Certification (PHR). That was not the first time I set this goal. This time I invested the money and time to make it happen. I discovered that if you are serious about...
by Betweenus | Oct 8, 2020 | Inspiration
Written by Tracey Womack-Branch If the clouds could speak and had a voice what would they say? Perhaps remind you to begin the morning by thanking God for a brand new day. Something special about the unique way they settle in the early hours. Fresh start, fresh air, fresh things to try, and willing to dare. The clouds are so beautiful to sit and simply stare, wondering how far they are, up, up in the precious air. Probably miles and miles imagining to reach,...
