Loving from the Inside Out
I attend City Reach church with my children on Sundays. This is a church that focuses on winning people to Christ. The name is the church’s heart — to reach the city of Austin with God’s love. Their goal is 400,000 people coming to Christ. Every service you’ll see hands raised to accept the invitation.…
Let the Tree Inspire You
I saw my daughter’s FB post a couple of weeks ago about what appeared to be a dead tree on their property and how they wouldn’t give up on it. They didn’t let the appearance of it defer their hope for life to still be in it. “The day we signed the papers on Epiphany…
Dare to be Bold
I’m not talking about “stupid” boldness where we take dangerous risks, but being bold for God, ourselves, and others. Yep! That’s me! I own it! Unlike the shy, timid, and insecure child that I was, hiding behind my mama, over time and with the help of my pushy husband, I came out of my cocoon.…
A Love that Lasts to Infinity and Beyond
Thanks, Buzz Lightyear! Yes, I am a product of my grandchildren’s (and, mine too) favorite animated “Toy Story” movies. Truth is I had that kind of love. From just kids at 12 and 13, ours was young love that matured to a love that would last forever. We were going to grow old together, but…
Recognizing God’s Nudges
As you may have read, or not, my daughter and son-in-love purchased property in Rusk, Texas for building a place to rescue, redeem and restore women and girls who have suffered through some of life’s most difficult challenges. This property will have tiny homes and a retreat/restoration center built there. Larry and Staci’s organization/ministry is…
Where Has This Year Gone?
The official “Second Half of the Year Day” was on July 1st. For many, that day marks when they step back and evaluate what they did or didn’t accomplish on their first half. If their expectations waned, they use the second half to get back on track. That wasn’t me. The only thing that made…
WANTED — Alive and Well
Yes, if I am wanted for anything, please make it while I’m still kickin’! Several years ago in my 55+ community in Tulsa, we had a Western-themed get-together. What a fun night we had! I loved the party-planners’ ideas for fun – particularly as I walked the halls of the community center and saw WANTED…
Happy July 4th — We are Free Because of Thee
Happy Birthday, America! Today, we celebrate the freedom that we take for granted on most days. Many have sacrificed their lives for this country so the rest of us can rest each night — safe and fairly certain of what tomorrow will bring. I don’t want this blog today to just be a casual reminder,…
Twas the Day Before Independence Day
My little apartment-entry display and the flags on my patio are minuscule tributes to the true meaning of tomorrow’s celebration of Independence Day. It took me a mere shopping spree and the time it took to display them. Nothing to compare to the high price our forefathers paid for our freedom and independence. Three years…
In My Presence — In His Presence
I’m on Bentley (grand-dog) duty again so inspiration comes for another blog. This one came easily. He can’t see, but his hearing and smelling are super sharp. And, oh, how he loves my touch, my scratching his tummy, my closeness. So, he knows where I am at any given moment. And if a door comes…