Category Archives: Practical Life

God Answers!

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

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

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

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

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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D I E T…

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

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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Growth in 2017

I can’t say this year started smoothly. None the less it’s been good. Growth- even painful growth is always good. Several transitions with our big kids have brought upheaval. This was necessary… this was right, but not easy. And I … Continue reading

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