Category Archives: Practical Life

“Oh, be careful little eyes…”

Posted on September 14, 2019 by For Glory Sake!

I used to sing the song to my kids, “Oh, be careful little eyes what you see…” It reminded me every time I turned on the TV or radio that they were also looking and listening to what I was … Continue reading →

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I’m the one

Posted on August 19, 2019 by For Glory Sake!

I’m the one who gets to hear their hearts, share their joys, carry their sorrows. I’m the one who gets to say “good-morning” and “goodnight,” with a kiss and a hug. I’m the one who has the privilege of praying … Continue reading →

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IN everything… FOR everything

Posted on August 7, 2019 by For Glory Sake!

“Be thankful” is a clear mandate in God’s Word! Besides who is to be thankful I’ve been pulling verses to teach me: when and what for and how and where to be thankful… Who gives thanks? Paul’s Prayer (in Colossians 1:9-12) … Continue reading →

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He Does Restore!

Posted on July 27, 2019 by For Glory Sake!

I waited so long… 7 years in-fact. My “right hand, little brain” pushed away from me somewhere near 16 years old and didn’t come back until 22. It was, as they say, a slow fade. So frustrating for any parent. … Continue reading →

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Be still

Posted on July 17, 2019 by For Glory Sake!

I took a nice long walk this morning, talking to God. Thankful for blessings, amazed over answers to prayer and frustrated that some issues continue… after years. I thought of the prodigal son‘s father- watching, waiting. I think most parents … Continue reading →

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Free to Enjoy!

Posted on July 10, 2019 by For Glory Sake!

Fasting weekly (from Thursday at 4 to Friday at 4) for the last 4 months has brought some great revelations and insights. What my friend Bobbi and I call these, Freedom Friday‘s because by Friday, God consistently has brought us a … Continue reading →

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Free to love my country

Posted on July 4, 2019 by For Glory Sake!

How interesting it has been to travel to other lands and meet people who love their countries. They are so proud to show us around and quick to tell us why their nation is wonderful. We hear political discussions and … Continue reading →

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Free of Anger

Posted on June 26, 2019 by For Glory Sake!

I wrote last time about how angry and frustrated I used to be. Along with a book that opened my eyes, I adopted some daily guides to ensure I would not go back to being that angry mom again. Steps … Continue reading →

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Serving Together

Posted on June 1, 2019 by For Glory Sake!

It’s been a few years now since our “big move” in 2014. Life changed overnight when we put our home of 15 years 💔 on the market to live with and care for my parents until they went to be … Continue reading →

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At 52, What’s New?

Posted on May 28, 2019 by For Glory Sake!

An update on exercise and nutrition. I’m 5 months into my new year and feeling strong. In January I was still running 3x a week with weight lifting on other days. I also began a “squat challenge”- 10 squats after … Continue reading →

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