Tell Your Heart to Beat Again
Being in Austin brought an extra blessing on Saturday night, because I was able to attend Danny Gokey and Mandisa’s “Rise Out of the Dark” Tour. You’ll remember them as finalists on “The American Idol” Show (seasons 8 and 5 respectively). Especially endearing, was one of Mandisa’s dancers, Sydni Chambers, who is my kids’, Ryan…
Are You a Cry Baby?
I heard a man telling about how easy it is for him to cry these days — at the birth of his baby, over the great love he has for his wife, a touching movie, and the love He has for God and His tender mercies. He said he could cry at the “drop of…
Make Life an Epic Adventure
Yes, that first photo here is ME — on a zip line! Helen Keller said, “Life is either a daring adventure or nothing!” She proved that as she overcame the adversity of being blind and deaf to become one of the 20th century’s leading humanitarians, fully embracing the adventures of life. Adventures begin right from…
Spread the Good News!
Everyday, we make choices — to listen to negativity — especially in the news and then pass that bad news along. We also have the option to do what Jesus said, “Go into all the world and spread the GOOD NEWS!” I remember my early years as a Christian how difficult it was for me…
The Straw That Broke the Camel’s Back
This photo is from my recent trip to Israel – right at the foot of the Mount of Temptation. Having my photo taken on a camel was a “must” but little did I realize that the little boy (about 10 years old) that was leading the camel would say “let’s go” and that camel started…
What Kind of Influencer Are You?
A few days ago my daughter told me about an unfortunate incident at the tennis courts in their community. A young man was “hogging” one of the courts and refused to allow other residents in the area to play. Typically, there is a one-hour game play, and when others are waiting for the court, the…
Savoring the Last Bite
My husband viewed his eating as a form of art. Family members will tell you hilarious stories of how he’d use dining times to teach us the ways to enjoy our meals more. He’d show our grandchildren the proper way to hold the knife in one hand and the fork in the other, and how…
That Precious Rocking Chair of Peace
I no longer have a rocking chair because its usefulness was over, but it meant the world to me at one time. Oh, the joy I experienced in that rocker. I sat and rocked in it and sang sweet love songs to each of my babies. I’d kiss their soft cheeks and take deep breaths…
Crying Out for “HELP” in a DIY World
“Do It Yourself” is the trend these days – in home remodeling, crafty home décor’, door wreaths, jewelry and so much more. We don’t need anyone else’s help – we can do it ourselves. DIY applies also to the independence we declare when we are faced with personal challenges and we also want to handle…
Embrace the Place
Because my car had hit the 90,000 mile point, my car dealership rep advised me that I would soon need to have my transmission flushed to keep it running smoothly. That service would be $180. I thought I might go to a nearby service shop that I had used for a front light replacement. Their…