Author Archives: For Glory Sake!

And when it’s impossible… it’s possible!

Posted on May 22, 2019 by For Glory Sake!

I love that Jesus said, what’s impossible for man is possible with God. Luke 18:27. What a wonderful hope that leaves me with in the face of bad news or a devastating diagnosis, or any dilemma of monstrous proportions! When … Continue reading →

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Gumball parenting

Posted on May 18, 2019 by For Glory Sake!

I remember begging my mom for a penny or even better, a nickel to buy a big gumball. That was the reward for going grocery shopping with her. Isles and isles of decisions and conversations with strangers. 😂 -sounds familiar. … Continue reading →

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All He asks

Posted on May 16, 2019 by For Glory Sake!

“Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke on you and learn from Me, because I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For … Continue reading →

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Reaching, Spreading, Growing

Posted on May 11, 2019 by For Glory Sake!

I’ve been painting a big drippy scene with contorted tree in the center. I love the crags and twists and markings of age on the bark. I’ve always admired trees, especially big reaching, spread out monstrosities! As I was working … Continue reading →

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Lyme Disease update 2019:

Posted on May 8, 2019 by For Glory Sake!

It’s been awhile since I’ve updated on The Lyme Disease journey- Quick over-view: it’s been almost 5 years, Wow. Our beautiful 1st child showed a rash (2014) that Urgent Care could not determine and 2 years later (2016) she became … Continue reading →

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Warriors in Tiaras

Posted on May 6, 2019 by For Glory Sake!

Do you pray continually for your children? Of course you do! As moms, we carried them, birthed them and kept them: fed, rested, safe. Our hearts are naturally tied to them. We know them- strengths and weaknesses. That’s why we … Continue reading →

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Take Control

Posted on May 4, 2019 by For Glory Sake!

Take my words and let them be, useful daily, LORD to Thee Every time I open up, let my mouth be a useful cup A word that’s spoken, aptly said, from sun coming up ’til going to bed No useless … Continue reading →

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No more stuff, please

Posted on May 3, 2019 by For Glory Sake!

The older David and I get, the fewer things we want. We stopped giving each other gifts (birthday, anniversary, Christmas) more than 10 years ago. Instead we enjoy experiences -like travel! We asked our children in 2008 if they would … Continue reading →

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Gift of Gab

Posted on April 30, 2019 by For Glory Sake!

Loquacious – talking or tending to talk much or freely; talkative; chattering; babbling; garrulous.Greatest asset, biggest downfall… my gift of gab. I think I was born with it because as far back as I can remember I got in trouble … Continue reading →

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Instant Connection

Posted on April 27, 2019 by For Glory Sake!

I long for connection with God. Its a real hunger. I reach for it – seek it every morning. Sometimes it comes quickly, easily. I can feel as if I hear His voice. Other times it’s like waiting for an … Continue reading →

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