Author Archives: For Glory Sake!

Winter

Posted on November 29, 2023 by For Glory Sake!

It’s cold. It’s dark in the mornings. There’s little sunlight time. Not my favorite, but this season, like all others is a gift from God… because He Who promises to never leave us or forsake us, also promises that He … Continue reading →

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Temporary Residents

Posted on November 8, 2023 by For Glory Sake!

My husband and I are still navigating this transient phase of life. 10 days at one house, then a stint at our 2nd house (his parent’s) followed by another 10 days or so… I’ve learned to pack “quick and light,” … Continue reading →

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Look what the kids did!

Posted on October 5, 2023 by For Glory Sake!

“Women, however, will be saved through childbearing, if they continue in faith, love, and holiness, with self-control.” 1 Timothy 2:15 – Saved is “Sozo”- to be complete, made whole. I can relate. My children continue a work in me that … Continue reading →

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Peace with death

Posted on September 24, 2023 by For Glory Sake!

This past week a friend of our family died. It had been a long tough illness courageously fought. Even though it’s a common topic at work (David’s law practice covers wills, estates and probate), it is still hard to hear … Continue reading →

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Stay flexible

Posted on August 25, 2023 by For Glory Sake!

I thought raising 5 little children and then 6 teenagers required flexibility, but Grandma-life is challenging me in new ways. For years I was simply home everyday, available for all my family’s needs. Then slowly life changed and now I … Continue reading →

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Every little thing

Posted on August 12, 2023 by For Glory Sake!

Of all the verses in Psalm 139 – number 16 blows my mind. Literally translated: (When) Your eyes saw my imperfect form, all of everything was recorded and purposed for me, in Your Resgistry- before one (time) came about. When … Continue reading →

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Big Shoes

Posted on August 5, 2023 by For Glory Sake!

Walking through life gracefully takes Jesus. Grace matters because other’s are always watching how we live. Just like trying to walk in my mother’s shoes as a little girl, I studied everything she did and tried to emulate her. My … Continue reading →

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Difficulties

Posted on July 6, 2023 by For Glory Sake!

Why are some days so hard? Struggle, struggle, up hill trudge. I came home from vacation to one battle after another- go figure! The grass was knee high but the mower wouldn’t start. All 4 tires flat 😳 needed air, … Continue reading →

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A mystery

Posted on June 18, 2023 by For Glory Sake!

Mankind is such a mess. But, is this new? God dictated 66 books on the topic along with His thoughts about it and His plans to deal with it. Since time began humans have brought nothing but chaos to His … Continue reading →

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I lift weights!

Posted on June 12, 2023 by For Glory Sake!

It seems crazy to admit but I do. I go to a gym sometimes daily and lift big heavy barbells… and such. We used to make fun of this back in ballet world. And now I actually enjoy it.  For … Continue reading →

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