I Gotchu!
I’ve heard it plenty at the drive-thru window. “I gotchu!” the voice says cheerfully. Then I get home and — surprise! — my fries are missing. Nope. You didn’t “got me” at all. Curious, I looked it up. Webster’s says, “I gotchu” means loyalty, friendship, and protection through hard times. Sounds reassuring, right? But let’s…
Christmas Turned Darkness into Light
It’s the most wonderful tiime of the year. Well, for some, it is and for others it may be the most challenging time of the year. I’ll admit I’ve been overreacting to all I need to do — the gifts to buy, the goodies to make, the activities and events to attend. BUT, for me…
Being Specific with our Praises
In the hallway at my church, I saw a mom kneeling (being at her son’s level), looking straight into his eyes, saying, “I am so proud of you for doing that. You are such a kind and generous boy!” I was impressed. And, I was impressed when Carl and I were visiting his family last…
Need Peace? Forgive.
Mother’s Day is passed as far as the commercialized Mother’s Day is concerned. But, honestly, it’s okay for our mothers to be honored every single day. What a role model my mama was and still is today, 18 years past going to heaven. Yesterday, for a video presentation to her students, my daughter interviewed me…
Re-membering
Re-membering (I know my FB posts are longer than suggested, but I’m on purpose. I know most wouldn’t click the blogspot link, so I post in both places.) This post was written 5 years ago, and it bears repeating — especially for those who have lost a loved one and for those who just don’t…