Do You See What I See?
Have you ever looked for something that was right in front of you all the time? I could be wearing my glasses, and be looking for my glasses. I could be looking for my keys and they could be right on the counter in front of me. We could be looking for the rain to…
Greater Things Will You Do!
What a day to be alive!! I keep saying that when I see yet another new electronic game, toy, machine or gadget is introduced to the market. And, no sooner does it make its debut, that that item is sold out because we just can’t wait to get our hands on it. nds on it.…
Frolic and Play the Austin Way!
This Norman Rockwell painting shows a worn-out Santa on December 26th — and, like Santa, if all that’s left of Christmas for us — frazzled, exhausted, a bulging credit card balance, and an over-full stomach, then we missed the true meaning of Christmas. I’ll admit that after a full-of-fun-and-lots-of-activities week in Frisco, that just two…
Happy Birthday, Jesus!
It ALL happened in a moment, a most remarkable moment. God became a man! Heaven opened up and placed her most precious ONE in a human womb that brought Him to this side of heaven. Yes, so many reasons for a GINORMOUS birthday celebration today! It’s 4 am on this Christmas morning, and I’m about…
Merry Christmas Eve!
Merry Christmas Eve! My sweet Mama would always make her calls to each of her grown children on Christmas Eve morning, saying — “Merry Christmas Eve”. We expected that call. And I say that to all of my FB friends today — MERRY CHRISTMAS EVE! That little greeting and memory certainly does turn my heart…
The Perfect Gift
Do you remember your all-time favorite Christmas gift as a child? MIne was a Tiny Tears Doll set. It was so awesome that she cried real tears and wet her diapers. LOL! My nephew, Mark David Lawrence, to this day, remembers his favorite gift — it was one of those 60s electronic football games (not…
It’s All About Him……NOT ME!
It’s All About Him……NOT ME! In years past, my Christmas traditions started right after Thanksgiving. I loved this time of the year so much that I decorated every bedroom with its own fully decorated, lit tree. The inside and outside of the house looked like a Christmas Store. I had several nativity sets throughout my…
Mary, Did You Know?
I love this song so much, and even more so since the song is being sung by my daughter with the backdrop of the “Son of God” movie at Elevate Life Church’s Christmas production all of this week. BTW — the production will continue tonight and every night and two times on Christmas Eve. If…
We Can’t Soar With Eagles If We’re Hanging Out With Turkeys
For over 30+ years, Weight Watchers has been my accountability and sustainability partner to keep this girl in line when it comes to maintaining a healthy goal weight. This post, today, isn’t to advertise Weight Watchers, but to encourage us to hang with positive, supportive and inspiring people and groups that will help us keep…
Is This Christmas a FIRST For You?
My heart goes out to anyone that this is their first Christmas without their loved one(s). The memories seem more vivid and the love we had for them is even greater during this beautiful season. Pictured here is our last Christmas with Papa (my sweetheart) who always read the Christmas Story to the grandkids before…