Category Archives: Practical Life

A Running Anniversary

Posted on September 29, 2017 by For Glory Sake!

Most of my life I knew only ballet. Stopping and birthing children for 10 years took a toll, so at 35, I decided to try running. Alternating a run/walk combo from one mailbox to the next was all I could physically … Continue reading →

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God Answers!

Posted on September 17, 2017 by For Glory Sake!

Get ready, because God will answer you! In the 39 years I’ve been walking with Jesus as my Lord and Savior, I’ve asked for countless things… requests of all kinds. And I can tell you- He answers. I bet you’ve … Continue reading →

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Choosing Joy

Posted on September 6, 2017 by For Glory Sake!

Choices come in all shapes and sizes, even colors. Daily I choose items, activities, clothing, and food. It’s a constant determination to make each choice good. Unfortunately this can vary according to how tired I am. Making something a habit helps me. … Continue reading →

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Beautiful Ugly

Posted on June 9, 2017 by For Glory Sake!

What is true beauty? Flawless perfection? Honest truth? Beloved memories? The Bible reminds us good-looks are only short lived… although Abraham’s wife seemed to hold hers a long time! The fear of God is forever gorgeous. The older I get, the … Continue reading →

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Seed Sprouting

Posted on June 5, 2017 by For Glory Sake!

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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Daughters

Posted on April 27, 2017 by For Glory Sake!

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

Posted on April 19, 2017 by For Glory Sake!

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

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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