I love you. When we say it to anyone, there’s no bells and whistles in the phrase per se. Yet, if we read between the lines through our personal lens about love, we often hear
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HOW TO INSPIRE A FIRE IN A COLD WORLD
It’s a cold world out there. In my neck of the woods, a blanket of frigid temperatures paid another visit. So, I’m chilled to the bone. And not being a winter girl, warm and balmy
Read moreLetter From Santa or God: Free Worldwide Delivery
A letter from Santa keeps the Christmas magic alive! Scrolling through email, a subject line caught my attention. “Great Christmas Gift Idea: Letters from Santa.” It piqued my interest enough to take a further look.
Read moreHow to Expect and Watch for the Divine
Expect? Yes, I expect from many sources. I hold expectations in my marriage. Or, for dreams to exceed my expectations. For employers to love my skills. And for readers to relate to my writing. Perhaps
Read moreHoping for Life to Change Through Fairy Tale Wishes
I spent the first fifteen years of my life wondering why the world didn’t make sense. So, I made wishes for life to change and for fairy tales to come true. Surely everyone was mistaken.
Read moreAn Autumn Trip and the Makings of a Country Song
“Sadie is howling, whining, and acting crazy. It reminds me of a country music song.” Autumn colors reflected in a fishing pond beside the quaint cabin. A family get-away for four in the mountains of
Read moreHow to Laugh and Play More as a Family
Play more. Laugh more. Create more. In our hurry-up culture, our fill-every-spot-on-the-calendar life, and our present social media world, we sometimes lose sight of what matters most. You see, we forget in all the planning
Read moreSometimes a Girl Needs to Borrow Superman’s Cape
Sometimes a girl just needs to borrow Superman’s cape. Any girls or guys relate? Shoulders back. Head and chin up. I trust it fits. A few heroines sport capes. However, those won’t do. There’s a
Read moreGod’s Wisdom Relieves the Pressure to Get It Right
What situation in your life needs God’s divine discernment? But, is it just me or do you search for wisdom from a number of places, especially on the internet? “Just Google it.” With a wealth
Read moreCelebrating and Appreciating Clergy: A Pastor’s Wife
“We’ve got spirit, yes we do. We’ve got spirit, how bout you?” To be a spirit girl…oh so cool. Therefore, I tried out for cheerleader in high school. After the first round, it came down to
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