Category Archives: Addiction & Recovery

Sprouts

Posted on April 16, 2013 by For Glory Sake!

I have been praying daily for a harvest from all of the seeds sown at Insight. Our son has boldly shared his beliefs and his faith, sometimes receiving a good bit of mocking. Purposeful with his time and efforts, he … Continue reading →

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Ben Speaks

Posted on February 8, 2013 by For Glory Sake!

Ben spoke last night, telling his story for the first time to a room full of parents of other prodigal children. He did a great job, and David and I were extremely proud of his willingness to be so vulnerable and open. He … Continue reading →

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Insight from INSIGHT

Posted on February 3, 2013 by For Glory Sake!

Friday night we hosted all the guys from Ben’s sobriety program. What an awesome group of about 60 (age 15 to young 20s). I love their stories, I love their eyes, those that will look at me. Clear. Some only … Continue reading →

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By My Side

Posted on January 27, 2013 by For Glory Sake!

By My Side: A child of God born to earth, though always doubtful of my worth. Living life- a precious gift, so unaware… I drift and drift. Lost and searching on my own, yet I was never all alone. God … Continue reading →

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How Far We've Come…

Posted on November 25, 2012 by For Glory Sake!

Thanksgiving was a milestone this year. I hardly made it an hour without tears in my eyes and a lump in my throat. God has amazed me with all His faithfulness. My “Jesus Calling” devotional shows three years of comments … Continue reading →

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Open Doors

Posted on October 8, 2012 by For Glory Sake!

Sewing tee shirt quilts and helping my husband with work (answering the phone and scheduling  appointments) fills my days. There was no way to continue nannying, so God provided a better situation for my little guy this year. Preschool. God has … Continue reading →

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Commissioned

Posted on October 4, 2012 by For Glory Sake!

A week ago I had the privilege of visiting a full-gospel church. The worship was free, the message sincere, and the prayer so personal. Never underestimate when a church offers one on one prayer. Ben and I went forward to have … Continue reading →

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The Aftermath

Posted on September 25, 2012 by For Glory Sake!

One of the most wonderful rewards that follows a prodigal’s return is restored relationship. A fresh start with new eyes and open hearts. Sweetness… and yet there’s pain to be surrendered daily. Pain of past betrayal and unexplainable behavior. Grief … Continue reading →

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Milestones

Posted on May 9, 2012 by For Glory Sake!

This year started with such drama and sadness, but is shaping up to be one of our favorites! So many amazing milestones have brightened the way. Two of the biggest: our son’s sobriety date and our daughter’s high school graduation! … Continue reading →

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Can and Will

Posted on May 3, 2012 by For Glory Sake!

David has another surgery this summer. Double Inguinal Hernias with mesh! After all the stuff with his colon cancer: hospital stays and unexpected procedures the last two years, we can’t believe another thing is left to go through. There is … Continue reading →

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