Improving my love of life…. through loving God, self and others
Do you have that person who you know you can call and feel better after spending time with them? Not because they will say what you want to hear, but because they really know you, and remind you of who you are. This person provides shelter, protecting you from the lies of the enemy and... Continue Reading →
I am attending a funeral today for a nineteen year old who committed suicide. Please look around and notice the teens that God has placed in your life. See them, and tell them that you see them. Then listen to them as much as they will talk. Then speak hope and life into them. Please... Continue Reading →
Anybody got a crazy week planned? We sure do! Looking ahead I see very little breathing room, with meetings or responsibilities each night. Ironically, yesterday was a quiet day for us, which gave me some time to prepare for the onslaught. One way that I get ready is to cook components of dinner ahead of... Continue Reading →
A secret to parenting your teenager? Refuse to get on the roller coaster with her. Be willing to stand on solid ground and watch her ride, waving as she goes by. But never, ever strap yourself in beside her. Your teen doesn't really want someone sitting next to her, she needs someone who is stable... Continue Reading →
Last week our daughter visited the eye doctor, we thought she had an infection but it was simply an irritation, no big deal. I don't normally go into the exam room with our girl anymore because she is old enough to communicate her needs at this point, but I was invited this time. Georgia has... Continue Reading →
I may appear way more industrious than I really am with this recipe, just know that there is a good reason why I am taking the time to make my own stock. We have some joint and ligament issues in our family, and it has been suggested to provide my people with gelatin, a natural... Continue Reading →
Over the years our children have stretched our thinking in so many areas, and in these last few months we have had another opportunity to view life in another way. Our daughter is no longer going to college. We weren't shocked this summer when she came to us and suggested taking some time off; she... Continue Reading →
I spent some time on the phone with a dear friend recently, she's a member of my tribe, one who truly speaks into my heart and life and lets me do the same for her. We were talking about the difficulty of living with intentionality in all things. We also touched on our thought lives... Continue Reading →
I wasn’t always this way. Okay, maybe I was. Honestly I don’t remember a time when I wasn’t able to influence others to ultimately get my way. According to Strengthfinders, I am strong in the area of Strategy, meaning I am able to look ahead and see the easiest, most efficient route to the goal.... Continue Reading →
I am one big step closer to wearing reading glasses. Recently my daughter talked me into trying some on in a cute boutique, and we found some that were palatable. Sigh….how did this happen? She then explained to me the biological reasons for my fine tuning fuzziness, in an effort to make me feel better... Continue Reading →
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