Lessons from the Library
For the last two weeks, Carl and I have been serving as election officials during early voting, and what a blessing it has been! Next Tuesday, I’ll be an election judge on the official voting day — so yes, you could say I’ve been promoted to “Judge Noble.” (I promise not to let it go…
Still Learning!
I absolutely love being a student of life! It’s exhilarating to wake up every day knowing that God has a brand-new lesson plan waiting for me. No tuition fees. No final exams. Just hands-on, heart-deep learning from the Master Teacher Himself! Every day brings a pop quiz in patience, a surprise lecture on gratitude, or…
Wherever He Leads
Sometimes our journeys take us through wonderful places — those seasons when everything feels right in our world. The road is smooth, the view is beautiful, and we’re humming along, windows down, hair blowing, singing off-key but loving every minute of it. But then… the GPS of life suddenly reroutes. We find ourselves grinding up…
Are You a Cry Baby?
I watched my dear Larry (Staci’s husband — my bonus son), speak to his daughter on the eve of her wedding. As he looked at her, his voice wobbled and the tears started to flow. And, his first look at her the next day — adorned in her beautiful wedding gown — those tears flowed…
Tools in the Master’s Hands
I’ve often wondered what my life would look like if I could peek inside God’s workshop. I picture shelves lined with tools — some shiny, some worn — each one uniquely shaped for His purpose. And right there on the bench? A little name tag that says “Donna’s Tools.” The truth is, every one of…
Keep Doing Good — Harvest Time’s Up Ahead!
Today’s blog inspiration comes straight from our faithful mentor, the Apostle Paul. His words in Galatians 6:9 still roar across the centuries: “Let us not grow weary in doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up.” There it is — a rally cry for every weary do-gooder who’s…
Making Heaven Crowded
When I read about Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Blake Treinen saying his goal was to “make Heaven crowded,” I wanted to stand up and cheer from my recliner. What a rally cry! Forget winning the World Series — he’s talking about the eternal one! I love that heart. I’m sure he’ll take the fame, trophies…
Best Friend Ever
Oh, the importance of friendship! Some time ago, I realized that even surrounded by people, I can feel completely alone. I’ve been on both sides — feeling alone AND when my bestie is near, I am at peace. Mother Teresa once said, “The most terrible poverty is loneliness, and the feeling of being unloved.” I…
When Real Isn’t Real (But Still Hilarious!)
Sunday afternoon was supposed to be a quiet one — me writing my next blog, Carl watching the Dallas Cowboys vs. Washington Commanders game. I could hear him in the other room hollering, “You’ve GOT to see this!” I thought, “Wow, it must be a nail-biter!” So I walked in, ready for a game-winning touchdown……
Muster Up and Vote!
It’s decision time, friends — early voting has officially begun here in Austin! And once again, Carl and I are stoked (yes, stoked!) to be serving as election officials. No, this isn’t a major presidential primary — but don’t let that fool you. State and local propositions are where a lot of real-life decisions are…