Being the Spice of Life
I just can’t complain about anything, but I sure could if I let myself go there. But I can’t complain at all, especially when I see others with tremendous physical issues, heartbreak issues, homeless issues, and so many other issues. I was touched by Shane Claiborne’s book, “The Irresistible Revolution”, subtitled “Living as an Ordinary…
Keeping the Score….or NOT!
In East Texas last weekend, we enjoyed playing cards with Larry and Staci. I think it was a test to see if Carl could measure up to their card-playing skills. They found out quickly (and so did I), that Carl is a pro when he schooled us on some added features of Spades! Larry was…
Allll Aboard — the Joy-of-Life Bandwagon!
Yesterday is gone and THIS IS THE DAY the Lord has made, so let’s be JOY-full and be glad for it! When you’ve had as many DAYS on this earth as I’ve had, you recognize each new day as a blessed day of start-overs, do-overs, rejoice-overs and be-glad-in-it overs. My favorite “life” quote is: “If…
When We are a Hot Mess
I was amused when one of my friends said, “I’m a hot mess” which means she is dealing with the symptoms of “the change of life”. But she also means she is loaded up with much to do and feeling inadequate in the things she is doing. Speaking of a “hot mess”, my car thermometer…
Just a Jesus Follower
“Follow my example, as I follow the example of Christ.” Those words were said by the Apostle Paul in 1 Corinthians 11:1. And, I’ll just ride the coattails of Paul – because those are my words, too! But, it’s more than words…..it is words in action. It isn’t just talking the talk – but also…
Has Honor Lost Its Way?
If I see one of our brave uniformed servicemen or servicewomen, I am quick to thank them for their service. I do the same for police officers, firefighters, and other first responders. In fact, I express gratitude to those at my church who hold the door open for me. Romans 13:7 says: “Pay to all…
God’s Creation Can Be Unruly
Carl has “deer” issues. He put out an array of flowers in big pots around his home. The next day, he went out to check his plantings. Many of the flowers — gone. He knew the culprits were the deer who thrive in his neighborhood. This community has many homes and cars that move about.…
A Little Dab’ll Do Ya
Baby Boomer peers!! Remember the Brylcreem men’s hair product commercials? It was advertised on television with the jingle, “Brylcreem — A Little Dab’ll Do Ya! Brylcreem — You’ll look so debonair. Brylcreem — The gals’ll all pursue ya; they’ll love to run their fingers through your hair!”. And therein lies my blog for today! LOL!…
With Every Breath I Am Able
Last night was planned and it didn’t disappoint. Carl, his daughter, Veronica and I went to the “We the Kingdom” Concert Tour, put on by the K-Love radio station’s DJs, Skip & Amy. We went an hour early to get good seats (first-come, first serve seating). We had great seats. Aisle seating for me. How…
Praising has its Benefits
Have you been praised today? Maybe someone praised your new hairdo or praised your amazing talents and skills. Maybe YOU praised someone for their sense of humor, like I often do to someone I know! It gives us a sense of “good” pride knowing that someone “noticed” us and our abilities. Suddenly, we might even…