Often after I write a post I have an opportunity “to practice what I preach”. Since writing the last post on the topic of community, I had a challenging situation in which I wanted to run and hide instead of deal with some community issues (areas of weakness in myself…
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I am energized by being alone… being creative, or resting, or thinking- that is what refreshes me. Reading the Word, journaling, brainstorming; quiet surroundings- I like that. Now don’t get me wrong, I love people and like to spend time with people, and can be a loud person too. My…
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I am NOT very cordial when I am woken up in the night. I think I must be a light sleeper and I get down right rude when I am awakened. I know I need to work on this! If the kids get up in the night they usually go…
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Today, I give thanks. With the cold outside, the waiting inside; the beauty there standing tall in midst of gray- new life, questions, hope, mystery. Choosing to embrace the journey of today even when I want to retreat. The feet, one in front of the other, deep breath (breathe in…
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She wanted to play the bells today in church with the other kids…she was invited to do so; yes! He wanted a chocolate bunny…and that was what they had at church for a gift for the kids; yes! He didn’t have an Easter basket of his own…and guess what…
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May today be filled with gratitude, awe, and reference for Christ who gave all to pay the price for our sins- that we could be reconciled to the Father; if we choose. Today I read Revelation 20 to the kids- the part where Satan (the dragon, the serpent of old)…
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