Do I Like Myself?
Something amazing is happening for me. In my quiet time last week, I found myself telling God that I love being me. I was surprised to hear it coming out of my mouth. I am my own worst critic – Continue reading Do I Like Myself?
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Warfare on the Horizon
The stirring began in September that warfare is on the horizon. A military based TV show came to my notice. Its authenticity is well documented. I have been learning from it ever since. Teamwork and pushing through until a mission Continue reading Warfare on the Horizon
Still in the Waiting Room
Timing is everything, some say. The waiting room is my current figurative location, waiting for my name to be called. Apparently, it is how God is working in me patience and the ability to wait with a good attitude. He Continue reading Still in the Waiting Room
Hindsight for Hope
Remembering God’s faithfulness to put me in the right place at the right time came to the fore in my mind this week. The funeral of a friend from my first church in the Houston area reminded me of how Continue reading Hindsight for Hope
Another Anniversary
Another anniversary of my birth prompts me to a day of introspection. A sweet card from a sweeter friend blessed me today and I thank God for her being part of my life. This morning, I thank God for my Continue reading Another Anniversary
Remembering Mother
Mother would have been 95 years old today. Our birthdays are one week apart, always part of our Buckeyes’ football season. I miss her most in autumn; we always talked after an Ohio State football game. Ohio Stadium is home Continue reading Remembering Mother
Independent to a Fault
In the United States, we talk about raising our children to be independent of their parents and to stand on their own. It seems a noble goal – for adults to take care of themselves and their families without the Continue reading Independent to a Fault
Expert Weaver at Work
My maternal grandmother executed exquisite hand crafts of many kinds. She knitted, crocheted, tatted, made rag and braided rugs, and sewed beautiful garments and quilts. Her skills were extraordinary even for a time when women created many of the needs Continue reading Expert Weaver at Work
Promises Yield Peace
A new depth of peace rules my soul these days. I attribute it to more complete acceptance of God’s promises for my life and future. Remembering His faithfulness to provide for my home almost 14 years ago fuels faith. His Continue reading Promises Yield Peace
Only By His Grace
My family reunion was blessed. My three sisters and brother and I have chosen to be adults in attitude as well as age. As my brother observed, we have dealt with the issues between us as children and decided to Continue reading Only By His Grace
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