Category Archives: Devotional

Seed Sprouting

For me, vacation and running go hand in hand. I love being outside and seeing the sights and talking to God. I’m always amazed how repetition of anything brings increased ease. Before long I’m going farther… faster. Any good habits like … Continue reading

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Promises!

All through the scriptures God shows His heart in the promises recorded. ❤️Treasure to be dug, they are sweet fruit for the hungry, medicine for the suffering, refreshment for the weary. Taste and see some of my favorites: “If you belong … Continue reading

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The Lyme Disease Roller Coaster

So to update on Sarah… Since March 14th- she keeps on! Keeps on getting up to go work even with intermittent headaches and dizziness. Keeps on taking the medications prescribed and keeps on hoping for relief. Any change seems positive. … Continue reading

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Daughters

Precious bundles handed to me in pink blankets, cute outfits, hair bows, tea parties, dolls and dress up. That’s what I think of. Somewhere in there are tantrums, drama, fussing and whining, but even so the memories are sweet and I … Continue reading

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Who I am

I am treasured. I am chosen. I belong. “For you are a people holy to the LORD your God. The LORD your God has chosen you to be a people for His treasured possession, out of all the peoples who are … Continue reading

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Hunger

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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Anxious Thoughts

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

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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Warning Signs

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

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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