I am going through a difficult and stressful time in my life right now. The ups and downs remind me of being on a merry-go-round. Up and down, and round and round! And as I look to the future, God has not only promised to bless me, but tells me I will still have to …
For he sows seeds of light within his lovers, and seeds of joy burst forth for the lovers of God!Psalm 97:11 - TPT Today is full of anticipation and anxiety as I await on a couple of answers. As I thought about this post, I began to see the number three showing up in my …
I am humbled and quieted in your presence. Like a contented child who rests on its mother’s lap, I’m your resting child and my soul is content in you. Psalm 131:2 TPT If I'm being honest, I truly thought this time would bring me into a closer relationship with God. I had thought all this …
I remember as a child my imagination going wild trying to determine what the different shapes were in my dark bedroom. I wouldn't allow my arm to drape over the edge of the bed because there might be something under there that would grab me. If I had forgotten to close my closet, the darkened …
Hi there! This is a current picture of me, as of a few minutes ago. But before you read any further, let me give a disclaimer: This post will not teach you anything or provide any answers. Nevertheless, if you believe the old adage is true that misery loves company, then welcome. Today I had …
Days like today I don't want to even think about anything. I have a stack of must-do's and an arm load of love-to-do's, but even those don't sound good when depression hits. I want to just curl up in a ball and go to sleep! Although, days like today have become less stressful since retiring …
So it's finally here! After much debate, doctor visits, and physical therapy sessions, I have retired early from my job of 22 1/2 years. I'm not able to claim disability but am fortunate enough that I don't need to find a desk job somewhere. At least not for the foreseeable future. My first week was …
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Just taking a break from writing my novel. Yep! That’s right! I’m actually doing it! I have had two different story lines in my head for years and when I saw an email for the NaNoWriMo challenge I left it in my inbox for weeks while I drummed up the courage to take the pledge …
Looking at my backyard after 3" of rain and my son-in-law working on our retaining wall, I was reminded of a poem I posted in October of 2017. Maybe you are feeling stuck. You are not alone. I waited patiently for the Lord; he turned to me and heard my cry. He lifted me out …
I know so many people who deal with depression and/or anxiety. Some who take prescribed medication, some who self medicate, and some who just try and deal. I personally have been in all of those categories at one time or another and I guess I fall into the second category now, although my medicine is …
The Far Reaches of Grace 