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Category: Prayer

  • Expecting Great Things

    I have had a lot of time to sit these past few days.  I’ve been in ERs and ICUs for three days and although my tushy is tired, my heart is being moved continually by the time I’ ve had to ponder His word and to consider my life, my family, my hopes, my struggles,…

  • So Loved

    I feel kind of silly because I so wanted to write daily and that lasted about a week.  Best laid plans… I’m determined to get in the habit because it helps my focus.  Hopefully, tomorrow?!? This week is my last of graduate class homework!  Yippee!  I really don’t even have time to write right this…

  • It All Depends on Where You Look

    Recently I went on a walk through a beautiful park.  It was almost a spring day…chilly, but still warm enough to skip the jacket.  The trees were still bare, the flowers still asleep, and the air still a little crisp. At one point, there was an overlook that provided a lovely view of the marsh…

  • Had You Known?

    It was about this time 6 years ago when my husband left. And although in many ways I’m stronger and better…the repercussions still vibrate through my life.  In the midst of something wonderful, I can feel the stirrings of fear seeping into my thoughts, the beat of insecurity pulsing through me, and the blending of…

  • Don’t Worry…Just Walk

    This weekend was such a blessing. It set me up for a good attitude Monday…even with the sleep deprivation factor. That factor is just life. I was joking with my daughter that I’d look so much younger if the past 6 years hadn’t happened.  I’d be less stressed and more rested…but alas, the wrinkles are…

  • Some Quiet Please…

    In returning and rest you shall be saved; in quietness and in trust shall be your strength.  Isaiah 30:15 Ever wanna be alone?  Just for a minute or two? Me too. (I’m assuming you said yes.) Today I tried for a minute…not even two…and it was a disaster. It was a wet and dreary day…

  • Spaghetti Girl

    My quiet time is happening rather late in the day, but I’m so very thankful for it whenever it happens. Last night I was blessed to spend time with all 5 of my children to celebrate Peter’s 14th birthday!  My oldest drove down to spend the evening with us.  It was so nice to have…

  • Day 7 – Where Have All the Snow Days Gone?

    I have to admit being a little disappointed that I didn’t get a call for a snow day or a two-hour delay today…it is definitely a Monday  🙂 I’m ready though and willing to start the week off well.  A little sore from my weekend of skiing – no broken bones and I didn’t fall…

  • Day 3 – All About Me

    How is it possible we have another snow day?  Not that I’m complaining, but I kind of would like a summer break!  And I feel like we are getting farther and farther behind at school…which, of course, we are. I do see this as God’s provision for me.  I have caught up on my teacher…

  • Day 3 – Armed and Ready

    I have been so excited to get into God’s word that last night I almost just stayed up past midnight getting started.  I probably should have…might have been divine prompting…because this morning has been one mishap after another.  I’m on outfit number 3.  I apparently have 6 single socks with no partner…I searched with that…