Warning: I purposely didn't edit this post. I wanted it to be my raw thoughts and feelings as I wrestled with God this morning. I have a feeling if I polished it and made it read perfectly it would lose some of its authenticity. This is me at my most real. This morning while eating… Continue reading The Devil’s Roller Coaster??
Have you ever wondered what your epitaph would be? I’m not being morbid. I’m honestly curious. Up until a few months ago, I didn’t give it much thought either. What changed? One of my heroes crossed the finish line into Heaven. Okay, so that you know, I have not become preoccupied with death. I’ve become… Continue reading My 15 Minutes: Matthew 1:18-19: Epitaphs, Legacy, and Joseph
Hello! Man alive, it’s been a while. I have missed you! For the last six weeks, I’ve been held captive by the vast and beautiful whirlwind that was our oldest son’s high school graduation. For some, this may not seem like a big deal. It’s a “been-there-done-that” event. For you, it may not have been… Continue reading Graduation, New Normals, and Helping Loved Ones When It Hurts
We don’t have to stay charred, burned out, gutted shells void of purpose and vitality! This photograph stopped me in my tracks. I couldn’t look away. Every detail seared into my brain. I didn’t even realize the effect it was having on me until silent tears splashed onto the back of my hands. Caleb Wyre,… Continue reading Gutted by Fire
Isn’t vacation is supposed to be relaxing? Revitalizing? Refreshing? I just got home from vacation—a week in the Arizona sun. And once again I found myself seduced by the desert; mesmerized by the wide variety of cactus and other desert plants; and captivated by the landscape. But this time, I was challenged in ways I… Continue reading Run Your Race!
The Vibrant Relevance of God’s Word nailed me last week! And I didn’t even feel the blow until later when it started to sting. When I opened my Bible for my quiet time, I didn’t get further than this: I am the Lord your God, who rescued you from the land of Egypt, the place… Continue reading January’s Lesson
I am so very sorry for my silence. I ask for your forgiveness. As you know, last month was a doozy for me. I fought to keep a positive attitude. Willed it is more accurate. But the truth is, I was wearier than I have been--well since I can remember. These last few weeks, I didn't… Continue reading What have you learned this January?
As I stated in, I Resolve To…part 1: The dominant challenge we face when striving to obtain a goal or make a life change is OURSELVES. But if you don’t allow yourself to make excuses or look for a back door, you’ll be much, much more successful. AND if you choose to look at multiple… Continue reading I Resolve To…(part 2–No Excuses)
Merry Christmas! I am so very thankful for you! There are no words to describe the affection I have for you. The last four months have been a whirlwind! Not just in launching this blog, but also in learning tech tricks and terminology I never knew existed. Baby, I’m living proof Old Dogs can learn… Continue reading MERRY CHRISTMAS! And New Things for the New Year!
Struggling with the Christmas Spirit this year? Feeling like Scrooge, The Grinch, or Cindy Lou Who? I get it. Join me as we remember what we're celebrating...The Story, from Bethlehem to Calvary.
