Category Archives: Children

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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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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My Mouth

Posted on October 1, 2012 by For Glory Sake!

With pressure building from so many circumstances… I let a child have it this morning over something really stupid. I should have had more control and held my comments for another time. By God’s grace, I apologized and kept my mouth shut … 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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In My Weakness

Posted on September 21, 2012 by For Glory Sake!

Purposeful parenting to raise godly kids does not hinge solely on me – and I Thank God sincerely! Just for the record, my husband and I read all the books, listened to teachings, and even followed a parenting program complete with … Continue reading →

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mom Morsel-part 2

Posted on September 3, 2012 by For Glory Sake!

Last year I wrote a little piece called Mom Morsels- part 1, I promised a follow up. These are tips and bits of advice on mothering I’ve collected for years: It’s good for kids to see their parents kiss and hug. … Continue reading →

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Chaos and Clutter

Posted on June 25, 2012 by For Glory Sake!

Today, I couldn’t stand it any longer. The mess around here from all the kids and their friends was too much. Am I the only one who seems to see it, the only one apparently who is going to do anything … Continue reading →

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Life

Posted on June 8, 2012 by For Glory Sake!

Life has taken on a different pace with kids out of school and summer jobs in swing. My workload and hours have shifted like many other stay-at-home moms. I wouldn’t say I’m less busy, or more flexible, it’s just different. … 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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