Music draws me close to my Heavenly Father so completely. I invite you to praise Him with Kari Jobe and the Revelation Song. … [Read more...]
I am Thankful for Good Health
THANKFUL THURSDAYDo you ever wonder how you will find time to exercise? Most of us "want" to exercise, but claim we just don't have the time because our plate is just too full. This is especially true of moms.I've learned through the years that you make time for what is important to you. So maybe the question is not whether or not you have time, but whether or not your health is of importance to you.I really enjoy walking, running and hiking. … [Read more...]
Fall Ramblings
I really enjoy Fall...and it appears to be rapidly approaching! Bring it on! During my morning walks my lungs now fill with cool crisp air, my well worn walking shoes crunch small fallen leaves and the smile on my rosy colored face broadens. The changing of the seasons shouts to my heart that God is in control, life moves forward, seasons come and seasons go and each one brings with it a new adventure to savor. It seems that each new … [Read more...]
All Things Are Possible MUSIC MONDAY
MUSIC MONDAYOne of my all time favorites!Please be encouraged by the truth of this song by Nicole C. Mullen. … [Read more...]
My Good Friend…Sara
FRIEND FRIDAY Sara Felix Goodrich Lancaster. My mothers mom. Grandmama. My good friend. My earliest memories of Grandmama encompass her doing things to serve others. She made the best fried chicken I have ever tasted and was always most pleased to serve it to others with a smile and a wave of her hand when the individual went on and on about how good it was. Weekly Sunday afternoon meals at her home always included a rousing game of … [Read more...]
I am Thankful for Laughter
THANKFUL THURSDAYOne of my favorite childhood memories of my Dad is of him laughing hysterically. I was very young, but I remember certain evenings when I wanted to be in the TV room to just be with and watch my Dad as he laughed.I talked with him about this recently and what we realized is that it was when he used to sit and watch Red Skelton. I do vaguely remember Red Skelton...but he was not why I was in the TV room...my father's laughter is … [Read more...]
Wanna Laugh?
A few months ago Tim Hawkins made a visit to FamilyLife to tape some radio programs and while there he did some of his stand up comedy for the staff and our families. Children of all ages were there and he was definitely a family friendly act!He was absolutely hilarious...and a really nice guy. He talked with our family for a bit and even posed for a picture with my teens.We have been Tim Hawkins fans for well over a year and anytime we need a … [Read more...]
Quiet Reflections
Everyone is in bed...I was too, but couldn't sleep. I came out to the family room and just sat. I wondered to myself, "Self, why are you sitting here when you have to be somewhere at 7:45 in the morning?" I continued to sit. Then little snip-its of my day started running through my mind: I remembered hubby playfully teasing me this morning and laughing as I stumbled through the kitchen half asleep, but determined to make school lunches … [Read more...]
Empty Me – MUSIC MONDAY
When I first heard this song I was moved by the simple revealing truth in it and have prayed since that God will Empty Me daily. … [Read more...]
My Good Friend…Julius Erving
FRIEND FRIDAY On Fridays I am going to share a memory about a friend. A personal friend who has blessed me and made an impression on my life or a "friend" I have met...meaning a famous person. (I recognize that most people are fairly fascinated by famous people and since I have had the opportunity to meet a few of them here and there I figure you'd get a kick out of hearing about it.) For grins...I'll start with one of the famous people I … [Read more...]
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