God Sees You – Right Where You Are
Let me ask you this: “When was the last time you glanced in the mirror and thought, “Well, there’s a masterpiece!” If you’re anything like me, you’re probably more familiar with thinking, “Who is that tired person, and why do they have my face?” But here’s the real deal, my friends: whether you love the…
We’ve Got the Power
I can’t help myself. I am still living in the wonders and miracles of our Lord’s Easter/Resurrection life AND in our resurrection life. Colossians 1:13 says “He rescued us from the power of darkness and brought us safe into the kingdom of His dear Son.” God was in control when He placed Jesus into Mary’s…
Our Identity is Clear
My dear friends and colleagues, Jolene Boyer and Gerald Boyer, gave a most delightful “Ice Cream Sundaes on Sunday” wedding celebration for us. I volunteer with them at the Vincentian Family Center here in Austin. Several other co-workers were also at this yummy and lovely celebration and it blessed Carl and me so much. We…
We are Learning our Lessons Well
While in Cabo, we ended a night at a Karaoke Party where my grands showed off their singing and dancing skills. Hilarious! I played the blow-up guitar and wore a Balls of Fire Hat (oh, me!) as I gigged with them! New Year’s Eve night, we danced to the beat of the DJ’s music during…
Run to those Open Arms
Okay! Maybe I’m a “stuck record”! An FYI to the kids who don’t know what “stuck record” means – it refers to the needle on a record player that got stuck on a record and we kept hearing the same lyrics over and over. In my case, it means I can’t move off the story…
I’m a Rich Kid
Yesterday I spoke about the privilege of being in the family of God. Did you know an inheritance awaits us in this family? An inheritance is what is rightfully ours for being part of a family. If I am an heir to a multi-billionaire, and he dies, you’d better believe I’ll be there for the…
I’m a Head Banger
That’s how I felt the first night I spent at my bro-and-sis-in-law’s home. I was their first-ever overnight guest in their home except for their granddaughters. The room was always just for them, with the giant doll house, castle, stuff animals and a closet full of toys and legos. I was honored to share this…
Raising the Bar
No, in the case of this first photo, they kept lowering the bar when we were doing the limbo at our “Senior” Prom last week. What a fun time we had. But this blog is about raising the bar. I’m excited that our world has opened back up and the 2021 Olympics will be played…
The Mind & the Mine Connection
“Mine!” That’s what toddlers say when another child wants to play with their toys. I remember my own children saying “Mine!” It took some time to change their “minds” to be generous, kind and giving. But that “Mine!” attitude isn’t easy to break. Even, as adults, “mine” is a part of our DNA. My plans.…
I Am Who God Says I Am
“Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me!” That is so NOT true, because words do hurt. Like me, maybe you remember those words as a child and your parents taught you that phrase so you could cope with your classmates teasing you. Ugly words today cause young people to…