by Zoe M. McCarthy | Jan 31, 2013 | Creating
“If one is the master of one thing and understands one thing well, one has at the same time, insight into and understanding of many things.” —Vincent Van Gogh I speak of formula from the Online Etymology Dictionary’s entry: “Modern sense [of the word] is colored by...
by Zoe M. McCarthy | Jan 17, 2013 | Creating
“Necessity is the mother of invention.” —Unknown My list of things that spur our creativity is based on my experience and observations. 1. Necessity I think the necessity in today’s quote is twofold. First, if people have a need, they’ll get creative to fill it. For...
by Zoe M. McCarthy | Dec 20, 2012 | Creating
“I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all people. Today … a Savior has been born to you … the Messiah, the Lord.” —Luke 2:10-11 NIV You’ve invited your family and your friends and their children to your home to share your Christmas joy. You’d like to...
by Zoe M. McCarthy | Dec 13, 2012 | Creating
“Let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart.” —Galatians 6:9 Last Thursday, we focused on the dream and the vision. Today, I’ll show how I transformed my vision of a church library into a reality. Treat the...
by Zoe M. McCarthy | Dec 6, 2012 | Creating
“All our dreams can come true—if we have the courage to pursue them.” —Walt Disney Today, we’ll focus on the dream and the vision. Next Thursday in Part 2, I’ll give steps to convert a vision into a reality. My dreams that have come to fruition are those I’ve worked...