A Taste of Eden at Flora Farms
Carl and I arrived in Cabo San Lucas on Tuesday, thanks to our incredibly thoughtful children. Carl’s daughter said, “We want you to enjoy yourselves on trips like this as long as you can.” And my son said, “Mom, stay at our place (a beautiful home that was built for them and their family —…
Finding Rest—Wherever You Are
This morning, Carl and I will board a plane for Cabo San Lucas, thanks to our children who made this trip possible. It’s love week — a time to celebrate marriage, life, and the incredible gift of slowing down. We could have easily stayed in Austin, but when your kids insist that you enjoy life…
Love Has No Limits
Love Has No LimitsVolunteering at the Vincentian Family Center brings me joy. Every Saturday, nearly 1,000 families receive food, and I serve in the thrift store, where people from all walks of life come through the doors — some searching for bargains, others for basic necessities. There’s a homeless man who comes directly to me…
We Win – No Matter What!
It’s Super Bowl Sunday, and the stakes are high! The Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles are facing off, led by two outstanding quarterbacks: Patrick Mahomes and Jalen Hurts. But what makes them truly great is their unwavering faith in Jesus. They each discussed their faith during a news conference last Tuesday. Mahomes spoke…
I Am a Friend of God
I am who I am because, early on, God became my “bestie.” No kidding. He’s been with me through every season, every joy, and every heartbreak. And even on days when I don’t say much to Him, I know it’s okay. Real friends don’t have to talk nonstop; sometimes, just being in each other’s presence…
💖What Matters Most is Walking in Love 💖
Aw! February — the month where love is on full display, from heart-shaped chocolates to mushy greeting cards. But today, love takes center stage for a far greater reason — my daughter, Staci Wallace, and my bonus son, Larry Wallace, are celebrating 28 years of marriage! Happy Anniversary, my loves! You are living, breathing examples…
Bring the Inside Out
Everywhere I turn, I see more and more advertisements about renewing our youth. “Reduce those lines and wrinkles! Become a new you! Guaranteed success or your money back! I’ve yielded to their promises and purchased some of those products. In fact, my cosmetic shelves look like a Walgreen’s. I’d like to tell you that, as…
Write the Vision and Make It Plain
When my daughter was single, she wrote out a list — a BIG list — of everything she hoped for in a future husband. Not five, not ten, but 100 qualities she was praying for. Talk about being specific! Then came Larry. At first glance, he checked off 95 out of 100. But as time…
Broken Egg? Consider it Joy!
Yesterday morning, I was simply making breakfast. Innocent enough, right? Carl and I were discussing the crazy price of eggs these days. Six dollars for a dozen? When just a couple of years ago, we could buy them for pocket change? As I turned to put the carton back in the fridge, I heard…
❤️ Love is in the Air — So Let’s Breathe It In! ❤️
❤️❤️❤️ Love is in the Air — So Let’s Breathe It In! ❤️❤️❤️ Ah, February — when store shelves explode with pink and red, the floral businesses boom, and the airwaves are drenched in love songs. And speaking of love songs, my heart can’t help but do a little two-step when I hear Tom Jones…