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The Ever Changing Road of Life
I don’t do well with change. I know that change is necessary. I know that it can be a good thing and that often it is very desirable. I know that it is inevitable and I know that I really … Continue reading
A Lesson from “The African Queen”
I spent some time battling a brutal virus recently. I fought valiantly, but in the end, I was defeated. The virus won. While recuperating, I managed to muster just enough strength to work the remote control. As I surfed a … Continue reading
The Light of the World
This week, I have been dealing with the effects of ending Daylight Savings Time. Every morning I have thought of it fondly as I woke feeling more rested, more refreshed. Every evening I have complained and moaned as I drove … Continue reading
Posted in Light
Tagged adversity, darkness, direction, guidance, Heavenly Father, inspiration, light, path, prayer, trials
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He is there….
Last night a terrible nightmare woke me up in the middle of the night. I must have called out, been excessively restless, or my husband just sensed my distress because he awoke immediately and asked me what was wrong. When … Continue reading
Posted in Heavenly Father
Tagged Children, love, Mother, Nightmares, Parents, Safety, trials
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Every Knee Shall Bow
I have inherited a lot of things from my parents. Many of them I consider to be good things such as my blue eyes, brown hair and fair skin. Others, I consider not so good, such as my poor eyesight, … Continue reading
Trials and Traffic Signs
Recently, as I was driving to work, I found myself suddenly mesmerized by a random highway sign. It may seem peculiar that an ordinary, everyday sign caused me such fascination, but something about this one caught my eye. What … Continue reading
That their burdens may be light
It has been almost two months now since my mother passed away. During this time, I have experienced an immense outpouring of love and support from family, friends and acquaintances. Many, have also offered their suggestions and advice for … Continue reading
Spiritual Shoes
A few days ago, I dropped my daughter off at a job that requires her to be on her feet all day. As she walked away from the car, I smiled as I saw that she was wearing a … Continue reading
Posted in Love
Tagged "Walking in another's shoes", Heavenly Father, love, Shoes, Spiritual Gifts, trials
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Reminiscing with Hall & Oates
Thirty-one years ago this month I attended a Hall and Oates concert with my future husband. This month, with my husband of over thirty years by my side, I attended another Hall and Oates concert. As I sat in … Continue reading
Posted in Miracles, Progress
Tagged Faith, gratitude, growth, Hall & Oates, Heavenly Father, Progress, trials
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Stopped In My Tracks
Friday morning I was moving particularly slowly. It seemed with each passing day this week, my energy level dropped a little bit lower. By the time Friday arrived, I was just about on empty and looking very forward to the … Continue reading