Just a quick note, if you happen to drop by here…. I’m away! I’m unwinding, renewing and resting. I’m taking in words, knitting along and kicking back with the kids and Dave. So until I get back you are welcome to peruse and read past blog posts…. as always! And we will catch up when … Continue reading
Learning to Live Fulfilled ~ {and a Giveaway}
Have you ever met someone on a whim and then afterward realized what a special moment you just shared? Well, I met sweet Danise Jurado this spring when we happened to be neighbors at a blog link-up. Danise has a wonderful story of forgiveness, struggle and continual work of grace as she lives out the … Continue reading
His Promise for the Here and Now ~ #Five Minute Friday
Looking back at last summer, I see it differently than when I was living it. At the time, my moments felt heavy and air seemed difficult to breathe. Emotions affected our days and our imaginations laid out scenarios that never quite happened in the way time played them out. Time has a way of changing how we … Continue reading
July Wrap-Up and Look Back
First off, I can’t believe it’s August. Where did summer go? I have friends with kids who are already back in school for the year and that is just not okay. We’ve finished off another month so it’s time to look back and remind ourselves of what we’ve learned, done or just plain old loved. So here we go: Our annual … Continue reading
As much as I try, I just can’t do it
“Okay, Mom, roll your tongue like this….” Concentrating hard and willing it as much as I can, I try to roll my tongue but it just won’t roll. It’s the same with winking. I try and try but I can’t get just one eye to close while keeping the other one open. It’s a family dinner … Continue reading
When our souls need to breathe
The hustle of a new morning hits me and the desire to roll over and ignore the sun is strong. But the laundry calls and the dishes I left last night are already taunting me. I pour that first cup and begin the hustle of last night’s unfinished work. Clothes are thrown into the wash, … Continue reading
When God says it’s time to move on
You’d think I’d be used to this saying ‘good-bye” business but each time it hits me like a ton of bricks. My hubby calls this phase we’re in now “Asbury Church 3.0” ~ the third time we start over with new leaders. We have now pastored at this church for over 12 years. Every day sets a new … Continue reading
Tripping Over Typeset 