Author Archives: For Glory Sake!

ME, MYSELF-ish I

Posted on March 14, 2015 by For Glory Sake!

Life has changed. It’s different without Papa here. My mom is sad and despondent  She is angry and unsettled. Can I blame her? She is mostly angry he left her here alone. They have never been apart like this… without any … Continue reading →

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Surprised by Snow!

Posted on March 5, 2015 by For Glory Sake!

What a surprise! The end of February brought snow to north Georgia. We were all so excited at even the prediction. Then the flakes began to fall and it was just incredible. Because it’s rare, its so fun… at least … Continue reading →

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The Memorial

Posted on February 24, 2015 by For Glory Sake!

We finally had a memorial celebrating our dad’s life and it was wonderful! The most amazing aspect was all the family that gathered together at our house. My 3 sisters with their adult kids arrived Friday. More cousins joined in … Continue reading →

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The Greater Love

Posted on February 8, 2015 by For Glory Sake!

Since Dad passed it has been a whirlwind of activity and decisions. Due to mom’s precarious health and her request for a specific speaker at dad’s funeral, a date was chosen for us. We have 3 weeks to get it together. … Continue reading →

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I’ll Fly Away- Oh Glory!

Posted on February 2, 2015 by For Glory Sake!

Sunday, Feb 1, 2015 8:02pmHallelujah! My Dad has graduated, and he lives!I am full of joy to think of him having escaped the confines of this world and that hospital bed. Stretching his legs and back. Moving freely again. Speaking,No … Continue reading →

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Waiting poetry…

Posted on January 31, 2015 by For Glory Sake!

Waiting Dry is the flower that falls from the vine Quick was it’s life of beauty divine Touched and created by God’s gentle hand All for His Glory, all for His plan. Short is a life on the grandest scale … Continue reading →

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Again with the waiting and trusting…

Posted on January 26, 2015 by For Glory Sake!

I’ve thought and thought about writing a blog on this dying process. From reading the daily notes in my journal, my husband recommended I wait. Wait until emotions die down and I have a full retrospective view. But while it’s … Continue reading →

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Hope For the Caregiver

Posted on January 12, 2015 by For Glory Sake!

I’ve read this verse countless times, but I never once thought about it the way I am today: “Be strong and courageous, do not be discouraged, for the LORD will be with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9 I do … Continue reading →

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When Life Gets Crazy

Posted on January 5, 2015 by For Glory Sake!

My mother, a typical Southern-belle, has decided she’s not ready to die right now after all (her words). We have stepped up our care for both my parents however. Especially Papa who seems to be failing very fast. We were … Continue reading →

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…and then some.

Posted on December 21, 2014 by For Glory Sake!

Last week I posted about seeking abundant grace, knowing He would bring it. That very day, I let my daily care-helper off for a  trip. No worries, some family is coming. That night, my mom (79) fell backwards in the bathroom, on … Continue reading →

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