I can be a real pain to my husband. I'm a natural exhorter, which can be good or bad depending on how I use it. When it comes to my marriage, my exhortation comes across as nagging. Or it sends the message to Derek that he is not good enough. I can easily diagnosis the weak spots in both of us and offer ways to improve. I wish I knew how to express Continue Reading
Serving, Who Me?
I'm at Laced for Grace today. Here's a sneak peek.During our family devotions this week my husband taught on serving. A subject I needed because I’m not the greatest servant at home. My expectations stop me from going the extra mile. I’m selfish. I expect my two kids to help around the house. After all, if I did everything for them, what would they Continue Reading
Do Good Anyway
(This was sent via e-mail to me today. It was too good not to post on my blog. Enjoy!) People are often unreasonable, irrational, and self-centered.Forgive them anyway.If you are kind, people may accuse you of selfish, ulterior motives.Be kind anyway. If you are successful, you will win some unfaithful friends and some genuine enemies.Succeed Continue Reading
Thankful for Freedom
Thankful today for:FREEDOM.Today is September 11th and I am reminded of those who lost their lives seven years ago when the terrorists struck. I am prayerful and sober as I remember the price they paid. Freedom is something America is rooted in. Freedom of speech. Freedom of religion. We sing songs about the land of the free and the home of the Continue Reading
Work of Art?
Recently I gave my daughter my spiral notebook so she could write or draw on a piece of paper. I flipped to the first blank page and handed it to her. Minutes later, Hannah showed me the page and asked, "Does this look familiar, Mom?" I glanced at Hannah's page and saw something interesting. My words rewritten. Names and phone numbers a little Continue Reading
Fear of Speaking
Today I spent all day at a speakers training class with a ministry here in Colorado Springs. Education for a Lifetime speakers go into local high schools and teach on life choices and abstinence. Their workshops have made a big impact on teens over the years. I went to find out more about what they do and possibly get involved. During the first Continue Reading