Krispy Kreme Memories — Before and After Technology
As I read that Krispy Kreme celebrated its 77th birthday last Friday, I had a “blast from the past” moment, thinking about my grandkids enjoying those hot and yummy donuts. It was a sweet visual of them watching them being made, their eyes sparkling and lips watering, when the store clerk would give them a…
Live in the Moments, Make Memories, Live With No Regrets
1 – My precious Shawntel, Barrett (Bear), Brennan, Bryson arrive in Tulsa!!!! 2 – Go directly to Chick-fil-A Tulsa Hills (a must when coming to Tulsa)! 3 – Stop by LifeChurch.tv Jenks Campus for pictures with Frozen Sven, Olaf, and Abominable Snowman — Elsa and Anna weren’t there today 4 – Go to Nana’s —…
Don’t Waste Today
It’s a brand new day and a brand new week! Yesterday is gone, tomorrow may never come, but this day is the day we have an opportunity to practice recognizing God’s blessings in literally EVERYTHING! It’s a pretty big deal to simply WAKE UP to a new day, because yesterday, was the very last day…
Are You Aboard the Titanic or the Good Ship Lollipop?
Ever run into folks who you’d think they were onboard the Titanic – they are always expecting an iceberg – dismal in their outlook on life and they refuse to be full of good cheer and great expectation? Then, there are others, like my friend, Debbie, who continue to inspire me, and my Life Group…
We Ran…..Because We Could!
My husband’s Memorial Service was on Friday, and on Sunday, we ran the Tulsa Route 66 Marathon in his honor. He was paralyzed during his final weeks of life, so we celebrated that we COULD run/walk. Over 25 of us showed up with our red “Run for Ron” t-shirts. It was the 5th marathon in…
Got Mountains?
Seattle is one of my favorite places to visit — of course, the main reason is because my kids live there, but, coming from the plains, I have a great appreciation for the massive, magnificent Northwest mountains – the Cascades, Mt. Rainier, Glacier Peak, and so many more. I’ve enjoyed hiking on them, fishing under…
Turn “Thrown Under the Bus” to “Driving the Bus”
We’ve all heard the saying “I felt like I was thrown under the bus!” And, in fact – we didn’t just hear someone else say it…..we said it ourselves. You know….when a co-worker disparaged us so they could get the promotion instead of us; or someone took the credit for something we worked hard and…
Having a Blast Until I Blast Out of Here!
48 years ago today, July 8, 1966 — I married the love of my life, I was 17; he was 18 — and that was after a LONG 5 years courtship — since 12 & 13! And, if I had it to do over again, I’d do it ALL OVER AGAIN! Though many said “It…
Disengage that EJECT Button!
Pilots push the EJECT button when their planes are about to crash, and to save their lives — they have no other choice. They MUST take action…FAST! But, what about those of us who are birthing a dream and it’s just too difficult to keep pushing. Or toughing it out in the middle of a…
Before — Barren; After – Oasis — What is Your Before and After?
BEFORE — I was the first to receive the “Certificate of Occupancy” to move into my new home back in Nov, 2012. When I bought my lot in this new community — only dirt and earth-moving machinery were here – no streets, sidewalks, or other houses – just signage with a photo of what would…