Are You a Caregiver? Then You Are His Hands Extended.
When I moved from Tulsa a year ago, I knew God was directing me back to my home state of Texas – closer to my children and grandchildren, yet still close enough to get back to Tulsa should I be needed by my sister-in-law in the care of Mom (my mother-in-law). I have felt like…
Why Am I Still Here?
Other than a few cousins, it occurred to me, yesterday, these two gals have known me almost longer than anyone else. The three of us hung pretty tight, yesterday, on Mom Lydia’s 95th birthday. We were ready to throw her a big birthday celebration –after all, 95 years on this earth is worth celebrating —…
But the Greatest of These is Love
I am not a debater — never desired to be, EXCEPT for when my husband and I had some “discussions” (that’s what we called our disagreements that the kids witnessed). If I knew that I was right, I would be like “stuck on glue” to debate my position to prove my case. When he would…
See You at the Top!
A few days ago I was inspired when I saw my daughter’s Instagram post: “Intensely grateful for the role this man (Zig Ziglar) played in my life for so many years. Next to my father, his words, encouragement and life shaped my perspective like no other. I give thanks that he was able to call…
Hospitality at its Finest
Hospitality: the friendly and generous reception and entertainment of guests, visitors, or strangers Years ago, Staci and I met a gal at church who was so very heart-broken. We stopped to pray with her and found that her children had been taken from her because she was deemed an unfit mother, particularly because she couldn’t…
It’s That Looney Cardinal Again
My son and family live in Austin on a large acreage which includes a lovely guest house that they offer to visiting missionaries, ministers and other visitors. I’m always at the main house when I’m there visiting, but I wanted a day of solitude a couple of weeks ago to meditate and finalize my thoughts…
On a Day Like Today……PUSH, BABY, PUSH!
On a day like today — November 16th, 2010 — birds singing, fish jumping in the lake and a gentle breeze blowing into our bedroom window — the greatest of all sweet celebrations was about to begin! I don’t rehash the memories for my sake — they are forever with me. But, if one word,…
Use the Gifts God Has Given You
Jesus told the Parable of the Talents — a story He taught to help us know the importance of using the gifts and talents He’s given us. When the servants used their talents wisely, the Master said, “Well done, good and faithful servants …enter into the joy of the Lord!” And to the one who…