The LORD is with me; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me? Psalm 118:6 Our pediatric dentist office is a kid’s dream! There are lots of toys, books, and free video games. Who am I kidding; it’s just as much an adult’s dream. They have PacMan! Included in the waiting room … [Read more…]
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I Got Chopped
I live in the fun little metropolis known as Springfield, Tennessee. Each year our town has this amazing event called The Taste of Country. It’s a full day filled with food, music, food, games, food, vendors… did I mention food? Traditionally there is always some type of cooking competition on that day. This year was … [Read more…]
Freedom in the Free Fall
I joked recently that I probably wouldn’t get nominated for “Mother of the Year,” but I bought my college-age son a gift certificate at our school auction to skydive. I readily rationalized that since he has the heart of an adventurer, I knew that he’d totally love the experience. And, after all, the money was … [Read more…]
Dare to Be Free
“So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.” John 8:36 ESV Have you ever had a bad habit? Biting your nails, saying hi to Ben & Jerry at 3AM, downing 12 Diet Cokes a day? And come New Years, you resolve that this is the year—no more (fill in the blank with habit … [Read more…]
All Used Up
Gretchen asked me recently to write a bio for the blog pages. The final question was “write one line about yourself.” Wow! I find it rather difficult to describe anyone with one line much less myself. Then I remembered something my son-in-law, Josh Hendrick, said to me one time. “I hope when I get to … [Read more…]
Adventuring The World
If you can get a bug for traveling, I’ve got it. There’s nothing more incredible than packing my bags, boarding an airplane, and flying to a new place. The wonders of God’s creation ease my spirit, ignite my soul, and enrich my view of life! Traveling is one of the most humbling experiences. The more … [Read more…]
Sister Trip
If you knew me you would question my credentials to write anything about a sister trip. I am an only child. I have five kids and only one is a girl. Sisters of the biological kind just don’t seem to be in the cards for me. But how I have envied those of you who … [Read more…]
Messenger of Yeshua
In January I took off for three weeks and traveled to the magnificent country of New Zealand. With its lush countryside and quaint towns New Zealand boasts of both adventure and culture. It has also become a temporary home for many travelers from all over the world who come and stay anywhere from six months … [Read more…]