I LOVE giving gifts. Like really love it. This year I’ve been careful though. I’ve set a certain amount of gifts each child will receive and an amount I’m willing to spend. So far, I’m doing pretty well with it. Although I’ve been known to blow the whole budget in a minute so the jury… Continue reading What Do You Think About Gifts?
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Advent for the Overwhelmed
For a little bit longer….today is December 12th – I am officially 12 days behind. I’m always behind when it comes to Advent. It’s not like December 1st surprises me or that I haven’t thought about Advent in November. I just all of sudden get overwhelmed by the days and nights and before I know… Continue reading Advent for the Overwhelmed
Failure to Identify
Don’t you just LOVE it when God hits you right between the eyes with truth? I’m not being sarcastic…truly. The other night at my Bible study we were talking about finding our identity in Christ. A topic I have explored often and tried to grasp continually. I have spent the last several years pretty consistently… Continue reading Failure to Identify
Just One Day at a Time
I tend to be a “nervous Nelly”…a second guesser…a wring-my-hands in worry woman…a twisted up in knots decision-maker… That probably isn’t a surprise if you’ve read my blogs. I’m currently doing a Bible study about discerning God’s will. It has been great. Nothing earth-shattering, but still convicting as I seek His will on other decisions.… Continue reading Just One Day at a Time
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… Continue reading Don’t Worry…Just Walk
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… Continue reading Spaghetti Girl
The Burden of Blessing
Today I am at my home and it is quiet and peaceful and I’m feeling blessed to be here. The kids are sleeping soundly (and late woohoo!!) I debated if I should enjoy this blissful quiet asleep or awake. I opted for awake. So rarely do I get a moment of solitude and quiet. I’m… Continue reading The Burden of Blessing
My Life…Living It
Thank you so much for all your encouraging words and prayers. I feel badly that I have used this blog so often to share my struggles, and lately not as much my blessings. I kinda feel like I’m just plugging along waiting for God to “fix” some things. He definitely doesn’t work on my schedule…at… Continue reading My Life…Living It
Strength for the Weary Warrior
Years ago I lead a women’s retreat called “How to Dress Like a Warrior.” Lately I have felt anything but warrior-like. If I am a warrior, I’m definitely a weary warrior. Today I reread Ephesians 6:10-11 Finally be strong in the LORD and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God, so that… Continue reading Strength for the Weary Warrior
Life in the Back Row
There are things that bring back very vivid memories for me…some painful some not. This evening I was playing through some praise music I found in my organizing spree and I began to play “Mighty to Save.” Everyone needs compassion Love that’s never failing Let mercy fall on me Everyone needs forgiveness The kindness of… Continue reading Life in the Back Row
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