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Those who check ‘all of the above’
May 26, 2012 Memorial Day weekend for many awakens the aroma of grilling in the backyard with family and friends. For some, it is a much needed three-day weekend and break. more »»
A place to shelter in the time of storm in our lives
May 19, 2012 Most have heard stories of tornadoes that wreak havoc in their path, creating destruction, devastation and loss. more »»
The Daily Grind
April 14, 2012 We have heard from an early age that there is a heaven. We who have made our peace with God should be like those who have gone before us. more »»
A ‘fresh’ look at our brief life
March 31, 2012 My husband and I had a conversation this week that revealed within both our hearts is the desire to live life to the fullest now. We have both suffered great loss within the past year and a half. more »»
Light may come to you when you sing
March 24, 2012 I was sitting in Walmart parking lot waiting for my son, Jim, when the dark clouds rolled in. I was not sure if the clouds have ever been that dark, or if I was just noticing the sky more these day. more »»
Growing old gracefully in the world of the young
March 10, 2012 Four years ago, I penned this article. It is one I feel strongly about, especially since I am now four years older than that time in my life. more »»
Wisdom in ‘rambling’
February 11, 2012 While glancing through my daughter’s Facebook page, I discovered an article she had written this past June 10. That’s three weeks before God took her home. more »»
God will shield you from fear
February 4, 2012 “Fear has torment” is a phrase from the word that speaks volumes. If your life is ruled by fear and your outlook is fear based, hang on. Help is on the way. more »»
Laughter is always welcome
January 28, 2012 Being married to a “Robin Williams act-alike,” there is never a dull moment at our house. He always had the gift to make me laugh. As kids his antics made me smile on the worst of days. more »»
Have goodness spill from your heart
January 21, 2012 It sneaks up on us and taps us on the shoulder. Then, one criticism leads to another and before we know it, we have developed a critical spirit. more »»
Let the ripples wash over you
January 14, 2012 If you have ever dropped a pebble into a pool of water and watched the reaction of that pool, you saw ripples spreading ever outward until they covered the entire surface of the pond. more »»
This new year, make peace with your past
December 31, 2011 As we move into 2012, we need to ask ourselves: Are you haunted by something that happened in your past? Whether someone wronged you or you made a decision you regret, many say that forgiveness is... more »»
Loneliness and Christmastime
December 24, 2011 Although Christmas is considered a time of joy and togetherness, for quite a few folks it also is a time of lonelines. more »»
A heart that is completely His
December 3, 2011 As I opened her Bible this morning, I turned to a familiar verse and found it underlined with a note beside it: II Chronicles 7:9. more »»
God often sends ‘winks’ when we need them
November 26, 2011 There are times in all our lives when we need a boost, a pick-me-up and a “God-wink” just to let us know we are not alone. more »»
You always listen to your parents
November 19, 2011 Sitting here listening to the hum of the oxygen machine, I wonder at what age do we stop obeying our parents? She tells me to go, but I feel the need to stay .... more »»
Keep your heart full of gratefulness
November 12, 2011 When my children where young, they had a little tape they played over and over from the Veggie Tales collection. more »»
Time changes things, even words
October 29, 2011 As times change, so does the meaning of words. Take for example “stalking” and “creeping.” In my day, they usually were used with the most negative connotations. more »»
Will you pay it forward?
October 22, 2011 Hopefully, into each and every life people come into our lives and change us completely. Without them, we’d never be who we are today. more »»
Being carried like a sleeping child
October 15, 2011 There’s a country song that I hear from time to time titled, “If Heaven wasn’t so far away. more »»
Never stop reaching for the ‘Sky’
October 8, 2011 The Fourth of July brought tragedy and sorrow to our home. Our grief was and still is indescribable. more »» |
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