Yearly Archives: 2012

I Hate Going To Church!

It’s true but let me explain. When we are going to arrive late, I hate going to church. All eyes will be drawn to us. Watching as we try to find a seat and slink in as unnoticed as possible. … Continue reading

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Mother’s Day From Afar

Mother’s Day hasn’t been the same since my mama moved many miles away years ago. I have to admit, I have a zing of envy when I see status updates and photos of those who get to celebrate Mother’s Day … Continue reading

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Can You Put It Down?

The past couple of weeks have been a dry spell for me. Meaning, I just haven’t had much to write. And then I fell and hurt my back and neck. And then I got sick. It’s been a long couple … Continue reading

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Savor Your Time

Yesterday was a day full of rush, rush, rush as we raced to finish the fourth grader’s science fair project. We stayed focused and got it done. How often do we rush through our time with God? Or even our … Continue reading

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Hoarders

The A&E show, Hoarders, has been a huge hit. When I watch it, I have to tell you, it makes me cringe and my skin crawl. I find myself thinking, well at least my house doesn’t look like that. It’s … Continue reading

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God, You Just Don’t Understand

Remember being a teen and thinking, “Mom and Dad just don’t get it. At all“? Or perhaps you are like me and in constant reminder of these thoughts and feelings as you ride the waves of having a teen in … Continue reading

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Soaking Up The Son

We’ve had three days of gorgeous 80+ degree weather. I and many others are donning sunburns. The kids played in the sprinkler and thoroughly enjoyed the sunshine. And today it will go back to being gray and in the 60′s. … Continue reading

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Dear Mel Vol33

Dear Mel: My friend just confessed to me that she’s been having an affair with someone at work. I’m so sad for her family. She’s a Christian and to be really honest, I’m pissed at her. I’ve kept my feelings … Continue reading

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It Was A Lie!

Years have gone by with a lie that weaved it’s tentacles into my mind. The lie came from childhood. Someone close to me felt a certain way and somehow that found a way into who I became and what I … Continue reading

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Crockpot Breakfasts ~ Hospitality

I have shared this idea with others several times. Sunday mornings are hard enough to get everyone ready and out the door for church. So why not make it that much simpler by putting breakfast in the crockpot the night … Continue reading

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