by Betweenus | Jan 7, 2025 | Between Us - Weekly
https://www.forbes.com/sites/jackkelly/2024/12/26/your-guide-to-finding-a-new-job-in-2025 It’s essential to begin crafting your job search plan by outlining clear goals and timelines for yourself. This not only aids in staying organized and focused, but also allows you to effectively measure progress and make necessary adjustments along the way. By defining specific objectives—such as target industries, desired roles and networking opportunities—you can...
by Diane H. | Jan 1, 2025 | Between Us - Weekly
When life feels rough, it is usually a result of an accumulation of circumstances or situations …… (a whole lot of isolated incidents bunched together). While you may have contributed to the situation, don’t disparage or undervalue yourself; deal with each problem-concern-situation individually. Do what you can, when you can, but don’t delay the inevitable by procrastination. Talk with someone trustworthy so you can speak and hear exactly what you are dealing...
by Betweenus | Dec 30, 2024 | Inspiration
Thursday, December 26th – Wednesday, January 1, 2025 OriginKwanzaa is an American holiday that was created in 1966 by Dr. Maulana Karenga as a response to the commercialism of Christmas. InspirationKwanzaa is inspired by many African cultural practices, including the celebration of “first...
by Betweenus | Dec 5, 2024 | Inspiration
It was on the night of October 31, 2024, that I truly realized the significance of this scripture in my life. You see, as I was watching television with my 8-year-old daughter, the power was abruptly shut off, and the room became dark. She leaned over to me, with fear trembling in her voice, as she asked me, “Mommy, what happened to the lights?” As I stood up to canvas the window, I noticed darkness throughout the entire neighborhood. It was then that I accessed...
by Maria L | Nov 4, 2024 | Between Us - Weekly
Managing personal finances can often feel overwhelming, but with the right strategies and tools, you can take control of your financial future. This blog post aims to provide a detailed overview of effective financial management techniques, covering budgeting, saving, investing, debt management, and planning for retirement. Understanding Your Financial Situation Assess Your Current Financial Status Start by reviewing your current financial situation closely....
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 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 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 | 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,...
by Stephanie Stephanie | Aug 17, 2020 | Inspiration
My husband and I enjoyed getting away with our three sons to an isolated beach spot. My husband drove our Ford van, called the blue monster onto the packed sand. Once parked, my sons ran to the ocean, and my husband fished in the Gulf. After I prepared their lunch, I heard Brian, the youngest shout, “Mom, come join us!” I sprinted toward those waves and before I knew it, the water was over my head. Brian yelled, “Reach for my hand, Mom, let me help...
by Stephanie Stephanie | Aug 3, 2020 | Inspiration
I loved driving 350 miles to visit my sons in Houston. With each visit, no matter how simple the instructions, I would get lost. After numerous years of life happenings, hurricanes of trials, and tribulations weighing me down, I became depleted from the storm of life. Drained mentally and emotionally, I could not find my way, I lost my hope, voice, and dreams. When stress takes over, we must retreat to advance. The quiet road to the rediscovery of oneself is the...
by Betweenus | Jul 27, 2020 | Between Us - Weekly
During this time of uncertainty, we can use the prayers and support from family, friends, and our faith community. This season of the Covid-19 pandemic has baffled our medical scientist. We are being inundated with information regarding what systems, safety precautions, and treatments we should follow. Our lives have been disrupted in ways that we never imagined. Unfortunately, many of us have lost family and friends to this pandemic or we are watching them suffer...
by Betweenus | Jul 13, 2020 | Between Us - Weekly
Several people on my job had a friendly competition going on with counting steps, I watched them compare their steps with excitement. They accomplished their goals by getting up early to run or walk before work. I was excited watching them however, I was not ready to embrace walking, so I thought. A year ago, I walked daily for mental clarity and spiritual direction, it was a great time to spend with the Lord. Unfortunately, I lost the desire to walk when they...
by Betweenus | Jun 29, 2020 | Between Us - Weekly
We are in a season of protest, riots, and a call for change. People from many races and ethnicities are speaking out for what has been ignored for many years. It is not just in this country but the message around the world has been the same. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. said it best “I have a dream that my four children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the colour of their skin, but by the content of their character”. It is being echoed...
by Betweenus | Jun 14, 2020 | Between Us - Weekly
In the bible, the phrase “but I have raised you for this very purpose…” can be used when referring to all people. We were all born for a purpose whether our lives lead to righteousness or evil it is for a purpose. I asked the question, what was different about George Floyd that is making such an impact in our nation and the world? There were other lives taken in a similar manner that we witnessed in the news and social media. He was not an activist,...
by Betweenus | Dec 12, 2024 | Resources
We understand that situations can happen and need immediate attention. Below are agencies that may assist you or someone you know who may need help. http://www.womenshealth.gov 800-944-9662 NWCA- National Workforce Association: 877-261-1484 and [email protected] National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1800- 944 SAFE (7233) American Red Cross: 1-800-733-2767 National Suicide Hotline: 988 Mental Health Services: http://mentalhealthhotline.org/...
by Betweenus | Oct 30, 2024 | Uncategorized
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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 | 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...
