Author Archives: For Glory Sake!

Hunger

Posted on April 17, 2017 by For Glory Sake!

Hunger- no not because of my diet. Although I will say eating less takes effort …and more water and gum! Several times I’ve wandered to the pantry to see what’s there, stared blankly and realized whatever I thought I was … Continue reading →

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D I E T…

Posted on April 11, 2017 by For Glory Sake!

That 4 letter word… the thought of it makes me grumpy. But there is no more avoiding the fact that it’s time. No matter how healthy I eat, how carefully I choose, if I don’t watch how many calorices I … Continue reading →

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Anxious Thoughts

Posted on April 5, 2017 by For Glory Sake!

Oh how I can stress… worry, fret and think on things round and round. Seems some parts of the month are easy and joyful while others are harder and way more exhausting. Hormones? “When my anxious thoughts multiply within me, … Continue reading →

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Diagnosis

Posted on March 14, 2017 by For Glory Sake!

After 15 months, countless doctors (because we did not keep records of all the urgent care visits) and medical bills ( s0 many bills)… our daughter FINALLY has received a diagnosis through an Emergency Clinic for her daunting list of symptoms … Continue reading →

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Growth in 2017

Posted on March 6, 2017 by For Glory Sake!

I can’t say this year started smoothly. None the less it’s been good. Growth- even painful growth is always good. Several transitions with our big kids have brought upheaval. This was necessary… this was right, but not easy. And I … Continue reading →

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Warning Signs

Posted on January 26, 2017 by For Glory Sake!

Several times I have parked in the same “visitor spaces” at my son’s apartment downtown. They appeared to be safe even for Atlanta. Until… my car window was smashed, damaging my door and several things were stolen.  I stood staring … Continue reading →

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A Plunder of Blessings

Posted on January 17, 2017 by For Glory Sake!

I was reading Exodus and realized, too many Christian parents (like myself) find their children lured by the enemy. Like the children of Israel enslaved in Egypt- so have been mine. Ideals became subtly transformed from once held strong values … Continue reading →

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Yes You Can!

Posted on January 12, 2017 by For Glory Sake!

Too many times I have thought, “I can’t do this” – “I can’t make it through” – “I’m just not strong enough.” And yet I did, and I have, and I am now… because Someone bigger gives me courage. It’s in my … Continue reading →

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Pieces

Posted on January 7, 2017 by For Glory Sake!

Lots of changes have come with 2017. Changing in jobs, schools… even some ideals. Sounds messy. Looks messy. I’m just tying to be a good listener to my adult children at this point and keep up with the flow. I’m … Continue reading →

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Fixing My Mind

Posted on December 28, 2016 by For Glory Sake!

Peace: …as I wash the dishes and wonder if they are really getting clean with only cold water.  …as we wait on the plumber to finally come today and assess the broken hot water tank and whether our home warranty will … Continue reading →

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