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Jesus in the Backyard
Today was one of those beautiful, crisp December mornings in North Texas. Crispy brown grass from our recent frost, clean, cold air and, the bluest sky you've ever seen. I walked outside to let the pooches out and a small, white piece of paper caught my eye. Thinking...
Overlooking the Message
As I strolled along the beautiful beach this morning in Destin, Florida, I was having a conversation with God. I was just asking Him for a message. Just any sort of message that I would know was from Him. A few moments later I came upon this cute little crab just...
Renovation & Restoration
We recently purchased a beautiful, historic building in our small town on the Square. This little beauty is in big-time need of a complete face lift inside and out. As we are beginning the project, it has reminded me so much of how Christ has done this for me in my...
We Will Finish What He Has Started
We Will Finish What He Has Started “He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.” Philippians 1:6 Do you remember the...
When Life Takes a Turn
Don't we all know how in an instant, life can take a drastic turn! One minute you are going about your daily business, the next you are either sucker punched with tragic news or elated with an uplifting message. Either way, life takes a turn. In my 58 years, my road...
Finding Your Missing Peace
What is going on in your life this very moment? How do you "feel" right now? Be honest and check your heart rate, your stress level, your attitude. Haven't you found that life has become a series of activities, functions, meetings, events and deadlines? As these...
A Butterfly Kiss from Heaven
Have you ever received a kiss from heaven? Perhaps you didn't know that you did! Maybe, it was one of those moments that just crept up and caught you by surprise. This past weekend, I received a precious kiss from heaven. When you read this beautiful story, you too...
Dragonflies and Dreams
Have you ever really taken a good, close look at a dragonfly? I love the way they hover and buzz around my garden. Last year when I was out preparing my spring garden, I noticed dozens of dragonflies darting all about me. I stood very still and held out my hand. I was...
YOU are Beloved
Has anyone ever called you their Beloved? This word became very personal as I began a journey from a marriage of 21 years to the world of divorce, despair and feeling completely unloved. The journey has been difficult yet re-defining! After I discovered my marriage...