A Dedication to Fathers on Father’s Day
Happy Father’s Day My blog today is dedicated to all the wonderful fathers, father figures, and male mentors who have touched the lives of your own kids, others’ kids, your family, and others you’ve mentored and coached. We appreciate you! And, for the rest of us, let’s be sure to celebrate our fathers in words and…
Honoring President George H.W. Bush — Character is What Mattered Most
A gift of two tickets from my children to the OU vs Texas Big-12 game on Saturday sure made me giddy and proud to represent our Oklahoma team well. It was a thrill to be on the “winning” side in the Cowboys’ incredible AT&T Stadium. On our way back home, my Waze app directed us…
Are We Behaving Wisely?
Typically, we use the word, misbehaving, when it comes to the way our children act up. But, I’m sure you will agree that we have been inundated with “misbehaving” adults lately, particularly in the political arena. But, that’s them, what about us? We faith-talking, Bible-toting, cross-wearing, Christ-following people are being watched by those in our…
This is Where the Best of Me Came From
My sweet Mom, Edna Pearl Wheat, is 107 years old today and she’s having the time of her “forever after” life in heaven. These photos are of her and my granddaughter, Alexia Wallace, 15 years ago. She was in her element when she was holding the babies. I love the “before” and “after” of Alexia…
The Legacy of Billy Graham
These were some of the headlines of news releases yesterday: From U.S. News: “Billy Graham, America’s pastor, has died”; From CNN: “Billy Graham, whose ‘matchless voice changed the lives of millions,’ dies at 99; NBC News: “Billy Graham, evangelist, pastor and counselor to presidents, dead at age 99”. No words of defamation. No words of…
Army VALUES. Family VALUES.
Yesterday morning at church, a man from my neighborhood and I visited a few minutes and our conversation led to his two sons who have made serving in the Air Force a career. One was just promoted to Colonel. He quickly pulled up a photo of his sons and two of his grandsons, who all…
Bless Your Heart
I’m a Southern girl — born and raised by a Southern girl. My expression of “Southern girl” isn’t exclusive to Southern girls. I’m quite sure what I learned from my Mama, is still impressive and important for all of us girls — Southern or not. Manners matter and chivalry and respect shouldn’t be dead. I…
Wisdom is the Principal Thing — Get Wisdom!
We have all heard the phrase “right place at the right time”. That was my daughter when she just happened to be at a conference in Hawaii and the conference director asked if she would sing a song at one of the events. Always prepared with a soundtrack back then, she did sing and belted…
Doing the Right Thing
After 18 years as a Real Estate Broker, today, I will be completing my Real Estate Broker-in-Charge requirements for another 3-year term. My sweetheart had over 30 years under his belt when he went to heaven. After obtaining my initial R/E Associate License, he urged me to obtain my Broker’s license to further assist him…
Good or Bad Name?
When we hear someone’s name, quite often their character and integrity accompanies our thoughts about them. “Phil is such a kind man.” “Kim is so generous.” “I wouldn’t trust Sam for that position.” King Solomon said, “A good name is more desirable than great riches…..” Proverbs 22:1, and he also said, “A good name is…