Category Archives: Practical Life

Gumball parenting

Posted on May 18, 2019 by For Glory Sake!

I remember begging my mom for a penny or even better, a nickel to buy a big gumball. That was the reward for going grocery shopping with her. Isles and isles of decisions and conversations with strangers. 😂 -sounds familiar. … Continue reading →

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All He asks

Posted on May 16, 2019 by For Glory Sake!

“Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke on you and learn from Me, because I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For … Continue reading →

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Warriors in Tiaras

Posted on May 6, 2019 by For Glory Sake!

Do you pray continually for your children? Of course you do! As moms, we carried them, birthed them and kept them: fed, rested, safe. Our hearts are naturally tied to them. We know them- strengths and weaknesses. That’s why we … Continue reading →

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No more stuff, please

Posted on May 3, 2019 by For Glory Sake!

The older David and I get, the fewer things we want. We stopped giving each other gifts (birthday, anniversary, Christmas) more than 10 years ago. Instead we enjoy experiences -like travel! We asked our children in 2008 if they would … Continue reading →

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Gift of Gab

Posted on April 30, 2019 by For Glory Sake!

Loquacious – talking or tending to talk much or freely; talkative; chattering; babbling; garrulous.Greatest asset, biggest downfall… my gift of gab. I think I was born with it because as far back as I can remember I got in trouble … Continue reading →

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Aging gracefully

Posted on April 24, 2019 by For Glory Sake!

Aging gracefully… well that’s the idea at least. I suppose it means –gently, but I mean it “with lots of humor and thankfulness.” Time is moving fast. I’ve become grateful every morning simply for another day, another year, another chance … Continue reading →

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Last of Innocence

Posted on April 14, 2019 by For Glory Sake!

I love teaching 3rd graders at our church’s Sunday school. It’s not really school and I’m not so much a teacher -it’s more listening and sharing with little people. How I love their hearts. Large group with the other grades is where … Continue reading →

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Grace to disagree

Posted on April 9, 2019 by For Glory Sake!

Ephesians 2:8-9 “For by grace you are saved through faith, and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God; not from works, so that NO ONE can boast.” Grace cannot be earned. There is no room for … Continue reading →

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How can I serve You?

Posted on February 21, 2019 by For Glory Sake!

This month my rambunctious 3rd graders are learning about serving in Sunday school. I’m not always sure how much their little hearts are gleaning… but for me, I’m challenged! Why do I serve? Who is it I’m serving? Does it … Continue reading →

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Far from perfect

Posted on February 12, 2019 by For Glory Sake!

I remember bringing our 1st baby home from the hospital and a dear friend told me, “Welcome to the wonderful world of guilt.” 😂 She was being funny of course, but she was also right, I did begin to feel … Continue reading →

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