I am not very good with homework. I always put it off until the last minute, but, this session of counseling really intrigued me. Dr. Karen gave me examples of one situation, the different thoughts one might have, the different feelings they inspire, and the actions that result. She explained that our thoughts can come …
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Instead
I wish all things in life were smooth and without hiccups, but alas, they are not. I refer to my last post - I was feeling like I had already arrived when now, I discover, I am far from reaching bliss. The sun comes out and promise comes with it, but then come the clouds, …
I’m Not Alone!
I'm in the process of receiving help. And the funny thing is it took me awhile to see it was the right thing for me to do. Have you heard the story of the man in the flood crying out to God for help and he drowned, never recognizing that God had sent help in …
Embracing God
I struggle still with what it means to live in grace and the moving forward into the new and improved version of me. I've come across this scripture twice now recently, in Romans 12, The Message version: "Embracing what God does for (me) is the best thing (I) can do for him." This helps me …
A Boy and His Dog
A boy and his dogWent for a walkIn the morning fogThey came to a logAnd decided to stopThe boy on the logAnd the dog on topThey decided to talkTho' the dog could barkAnd the log had barkNeither the dogOr the log could talkSo the boy and his dogContinued their walkIn the morning fogNext on their …
Yay for Chocolate Pudding!
One thing I have missed going dairy-free is pudding. As a kid growing up I would savor every bite then lick the bowl! It was one of the first foods I learned to "cook". My husband's not a big fan so he doesn't miss it, but I work as a grocery checker and I see …
Too Good to be True?
Sometimes I find it difficult to accept God’s love. It seems to good to be true! Everything else in life is geared toward earning rewards. Yet God sees fit to love me and give me eternal life. No work required. Free gift. Amazing! You try that in any relationship. “Hon, I think you can do …
Sometimes Grace Comes in the Form of a Friend
My dear friend, you see the best in me. You see what I could be. And help me to see it, too! Yet you see me how I am now. And you don't judge me, but share in the stories of my humanity. And laugh with me. And cry with me. And we have joy.
Grace’s Invitation
So I've set out on this path of discovery, (having chosen the title: The Far Reaches of Grace,) delving into God's word, seeking definition and direction. I came across this portion of scripture from The Message in Romans chapter 5, that grace invites us into life.I am astounded at the thought of that and have …
It is a season …
It is a season set for discovery for me. Can one so hindered be free to be the person God purposed me to be? And can the ramblings of my thoughts be a blessing and an encouragement to others? I hope so.
The Far Reaches of Grace 