I wanted to write about the path of righteousness, but my mind has taken me down a different path today The Path of Loss It's a long journey The path is crooked It goes up and down It winds around Taking you down a path You never thought you would go again When you think... Continue Reading →
I missed it completely. It had been there over twenty-four hours and yet I had walked past it twice, at least, and completely missed it. This morning as I walked out the door a smile greeted me as my eyes scanned the driveway. My husband had kept our grandchildren a couple night before and the... Continue Reading →
Ever since I allowed my children to have cell phones, I have had an expectation that they will answer when I call. This has allowed me to feel more secure when they were out with friends. It allowed me to give them more freedom while still giving me peace of mind. If they missed my... Continue Reading →
I look to the left, and begin to say "why don't you....?" as I try to solve my neighbors issues; even though I know nothing about her personal struggle. God quickens my heart. "You were there once too. Remember your own struggle. She is in that process." I can't compare what I have came... Continue Reading →
Our office has eight women, and depending on the day can be quiet or noisy depending on what each of us is doing when we are in the office. When the coworker behind me said something to me I immediately responded. She laughed. I pulled my ear buds out to see what was so funny.... Continue Reading →
I have the mind of Christ... I slowly back away from this thought. I pick up my phone and distract myself with social media, even though this is my quiet time. Scrolling mindlessly, my mind floods with the contradiction. The version I am reading starts with "How could He?" This is what I most relate... Continue Reading →
People tell me that I exude confidence. The truth is, I am assertive and people often mistake that for confidence. I don't take everything people say to heart, but I process it. I decide if there is any truth to all comments and criticism. I weigh if there is something I need to let God work on... Continue Reading →
As you start your day, I just want to remind you of just how blessed and loved you are. Ephesians1:3-8 holds many truths. I would encourage you to explore for yourself. Among them: God has blessed you with every good thing because you are saved and you belong to Jesus. He chose you to be... Continue Reading →
My body has been back to work for a few weeks, by my heart is still vacationing. I realize it has been much too long since I just relaxed and allowed myself to just be. As we were making the drive back to Arkansas from North Carolina, I would close my eyes and try to... Continue Reading →
I have been in a funk the past few days. People notice, and comment. I thought that I would "reset" after Mother's Day. Everyone told me it would be hard. I read every bit of advise from people who have been where I am. I thought I was ready, although I was prepared for it... Continue Reading →
Restoring Voice 