“There is nothing you could say or do that would make me love you any less,” are the words often spoken from this mother to her children. Even when they rebuttal with “But Mom, what
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Family By Choice
My birth family wasn’t happy. Far from it. We lived in “the projects” until Mom stopped having babies and my oldest siblings moved out. Then, we were evicted. Evicted. From the projects. Because we didn’t
Read moreWhere I’m From – Family Heritage
Most writers and lovers of poetry are familiar with George Ella Lyons poem Where I’m From. In a series of short simple phrases she captures her heritage and stirs vivid pictures of her youth. We’re all from
Read moreIt’s okay… this is my normal
I remember the “normal” holidays. Thanksgiving with the aunts, uncles, cousins… everyone. More food than any of us could consume, horseshoes, football, and did I mention there was food? Christmas with my parents and grandparents.
Read moreI am the resurrection
Jesus told her, I am the resurrection and the life. Anyone who believes in me will live, even after dying. John 11:25 NLT Easter Sundays can be filled with pressure and anxiety. My family and
Read moreThe Other Half
When I was nine-years-old my family traveled to Beijing, China. The air is thick and smoggy. The streets are chaotic. The people mash together like an overfilled can of sardines. I was the only blonde
Read moreGive Thanks to the Lord – A Thankful Heart on this Day
Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good, His love endures forever. 1 Chronicles 16:34(NIV) A thankful heart. That’s what I wanted to convey. I had gathered items for our church’s Thanksgiving service…all things that
Read moreThe Cost of Too Many Commitments
“You know, it’s okay if your primary ministry focus is your husband and your kids.” I don’t remember the details of the conversation with my mother-in-law leading up to that comment, but those words were
Read moreThe Vacation Equation
A crowded South Carolina beach was usually part of what I referred to as the vacation equation. When our children were young, July was always the month we took our family vacation. And it was
Read moreMessed Up, Broken, Crazy Family
Matthew 1:21 ~ She will bear a son, and you shall call his name Jesus, for he will save his people from their sins. (ESV) I love this time year. LOVE.IT. As a kid, it was
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