Hedge of Protection
In these tumultuous times (I used that word because of all the back-stabbing rhetoric in our politics — ugh!), it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the chaos swirling around us. The uncertainty of our world’s future, the anxiety over who will lead our nation, and the constant barrage of troubling news can make our minds…
In the Mountain-Moving Business
I’ve shared before that we live in a 55+ apartment community. Weekly we watch big moving vans park at the dock right outside our apartment. The movers are either loading up for those moving away or those who are coming to stay! They are mountain movers. That’s how I felt when I downsized and moved…
Is it Possible?
NEVER should we EVER say, “It can’t be done” or “I can’t do that” or ANYTHING when God says “Is there anything too hard for me?” Genesis 18:14 We have friends in a very challenging place right now. Maybe you are there too! Just a quick refresher: Christmas was almost a month ago. Remember Mary!…
Letting Go and Letting God
When Carl and I were first getting acquainted at 2022’s November election polling place, he asked where I lived, and I told him about my 55+ community. He remarked: “My daughter is wanting me to sell my home and move into a place like that.” Fast forward……nine months and he is living in THAT community!…
Stealth Superpowers
I’m sure you’ve heard about the petite woman who was able to lift the car off a child who was pinned under it. The people who have done that accomplished an almost unthinkable feat of strength. I read this in Psychology Today: The human body can unleash some amazing RESERVES that deadens “temporary” pain. So,…
Don’t Tell Me It Can’t Be Done
Those of us in the prime of life have seen wonders, miracles, and accomplishments beyond what we would ever have imagined when we were youngsters. I’ve been here long enough to have witnessed medical breakthroughs, major problems solved, and inventions that have made life better for us and now it’s hard to imagine ever living…
That’s Gotta Hurt
This photo came up on my timeline a few days ago. It merits a repeat, at least in my memory. We were out for a family outing to the Pumpkin Patch in Tulsa. I saw the scarecrow and thought it would be a great photo. What I didn’t see was the big stick holding him…
Time Flies – Cherish the Moments
I took a baby gift to a friend. I could tell she was worn out. Focus had been on just her and her husband for some time. Now their world was rocked with crazy schedules, loss of sleep and wondering if they’ll survive raising this new little person. Then, I accidentally called the wrong friend,…
Contented to be Back Home Where I Belong
This morning I wake up in my sweet apartment home in Austin. No crashing waves on the shore or a sunset that no mere mortal man could have ever dreamed up or created. No sandy beaches or majestic palm trees, cacti OR room service. But, thanks be to God – I’m in my sweet spot…
It’s Okay to Call Out for Help
I was inquisitive enough to read “The Pilgrim’s Progress” over the last couple of days. Allegories aren’t my forte, but I did understand “Christian” was looking for the Celestial City throughout. I’m so visual that I needed technicolor and visual characters to help me grasp it. So, I rented the 2019 animated version on Amazon…