No Time for Slackers
Yesterday was one for the books — our Bryson graduated from high school! 🎓Family came from all directions to cheer him on, and let me tell you: this guy didn’t just cross the finish line — he leapt over it like a champion hurdler in boots. Diagnosed with dyslexia as a child, Bryson could’ve settled.…
Am I Your Favorite?
Check out those two! Doing what we did so many times! Today is the big day. My youngest grandchild, Bryson, walks across the graduation stage — and just like that, I’m feeling all the feels. Please bring on the Kleenex! This one? He’s been something special. Maybe it’s because he’s the caboose of our grandkid…
I Will Not Let Go
I Will Not Let God Go“I will not let you go unless You bless me.” Genesis 32:26 Now that’s a bold thing to say when we’re locked in a wrestling match — with God, no less! That’s exactly what Jacob did. God had already promised him blessings — land, family, influence, legacy — the works!…
Grads, Your Future Is So Bright…You’re Gonna Need Shades!
I’ve been soaking in all the graduation photos filling my feed — caps flying, grins beaming, and proud families everywhere. What a time of celebration! And this week, it’s our turn. Our granddaughter Adeline will graduate from Westlake High School on Wednesday at the Moody Center. And our grandson Bryson will walk the stage at…
Made for Good Works
Let’s be real — God didn’t place us on this Earth to binge-watch TV or think only of ourselves. He created us with purpose. For partnership. For good works. Ephesians 2:10 says it plainly:“For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.”…
Blessed Before the Cap Toss: Addie’s Baccalaureate
Last night, we celebrated a milestone that was so much more than a warm-up for graduation — it was a sacred pause, a moment of gratitude, reflection, and blessing. Our granddaughter, Adeline aka Addie and the 2025 Westlake High School seniors gathered for their Baccalaureate, and it was beautiful in every way. Before the diplomas…
From Generation to Generation: God has Us!
Some people collect antiques. I collect stories — faith-filled, miracle-marked, tear-stained, belly-laughing stories that shout one beautiful truth: God has been faithful. I’ll bet you’re a story collector, too! You know — you hear a testimony of God’s faithfulness and hold it near and dear to your heart! Oh, my story collecting started with my…
Untying the Apron Strings
Oh me! I’ve had many aprons and untying them wasn’t always easy — especially when those strings were wrapped around those I loved the most. The phrase “untying the apron strings” is often about our children and grandchildren and having to release our grip on them as they step into adulthood. ADULTHOOD? How can it…
Me – MySELF – and I
Self-ish; Self-less; Self-Sufficiency; Self-Reliant! I can do it…..myself! Funny how, in this independent mindset that we hold on to for so long, we become almost TOO GOOD at being self-sufficient. I’m guilty as charged. Fortunately, there have been very few things that I can’t do myself, especially in this age of being able to google…
He’s Got the Whole World in His Hands
AND — that Includes You and Me Remember the old spiritual, “He’s Got the Whole World in His Hands”? Its simple melody and profound message have comforted generations, reminding us of God’s sovereign care over all of us! WE ARE FAMILY — but this family of mine was spread all over the place! This Mother’s…