If you haven't read any of the Radical books- you may still be under a rock! I read the first book, Radical, a year ago, and just finished Radical Together. These two books have impacted the way I view my world and my role in it. We are called to be disciples and there is nothing passive about this role. Both of these books re-affirmed my view that my faith needs to be bold- that I need to continue to look for ways to impact hte world for Jesus Christ. Need some inspiration? Then, read Radical Together.
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Wednesday, June 6, 2012
Grace is free!- a review of Lilies in moonlight
I don't usually pick up Christian fiction, but this time, I did, and I am glad I did! Through the blogging for books adventure, I read Lilies in Moonlight by Allison Pittmann. I loved it!The two main characters, Lily and Cullen, both are looking for grace, for fogiveness. This theme is so universal, i was immediately drawn to the story. Set in the Roaring Twenties, just after WWI, Lily's and Cullen two very different worlds collide in a chance encounter and they will never be the same. The author does a fabulous job engaging me with the storyline, the setting, and the central theme of grace. Read it- you won't be sorry!
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Those very cool GOD moments
Tuesday, June 29, 2010
Father's Day and a Mother's Pride
Wednesday, January 27, 2010
Say What?
This school year has been a challenge, to say the least for Blake...and his parents. after several months of pulling my hair out and worrying and stressing and then still trying to cope with the other kids. i broke down.
i asked my counselor about it.
"From what you are describing, it sounds like he has ADD"
Ok. I can live with that. So she sends me to a website, run by the ADD guru Dr. Amens to investigate further. i took the quiz- for Blake. Yep. That was easy. But as I was taking the quiz, I started to sweat.
Some of the questions were uncomfortably personal. Many of the questions seem to be describing me.
Yep- According to Dr. Amen's quiz, I DEFINITELY have ADD.
Ouch. I didn't see that one coming. I have blamed Cory for years for having ADD and being in denial.
Apparently, i was in deep denial. My train wreck house managing skills (or lack there of), my impulsive spending, my 90 mile per hour work day, with 52 projects open at a time. The anxiety....the list is actually endless! :)
I have a doctor's appointment tomorrow. i can't wait to see what she says.
Wednesday, December 30, 2009
Watch where you walk
So, this morning was looking to be better. The nausea was gone, the headache was minimal, and we were headed to the beach. I packed my five favorite books, my new iPod, and was looking forward to what the day held.
Until, the stupid bird pooped on me. Seriously. I have always joked about it. But, there I was, standing under the tall Florida pines, feet away from the water, and I felt something wet graze my hairline and plop onto my shirt. Looked down.
Yep. definitely bird poop.
After hollering for a moment or two about just my luck, I laughed. I mean, seriously, what can I do?
If this is any precursor to the year ahead of me, I better keep laughing! Or find myself some serious prayer warriors!
After the poop- the beach was great. I just avoided all trees! :)
Thursday, December 24, 2009
Christmas Eve Reflections
Merry Christmas to all!
As I sat my four children down in front of our tiny little Charlie Brown tree this evening, my voice started to rise, trying to reach above the mayhem that comes from taking pictures of four squirmy children on Christmas Eve. I think I was getting a little too loud.
"Mom- stop!," my 12 year old yelled, "this is supposed to be fun and you are yelling at us!"
Oops. My voice was a little loud- but in my defense- I am naturally loud.
Anyway, she was right, trying to get the perfect picture, I was losing it. Moments before we left for church. I am sure my God is up there in the heavens just chuckling over my antics. Some people's children never change.
We have had a good year. And look at how my children have changed. Caelin seems to have grown overnight into a young teenager. Chad is still the most smiley boy I have ever met, Blake still pushed all my buttons and yet tugs at my heart strings with his quiet hugs, and Delaney. She still rules our roost. Even at three.
My prayer as I head into this new year is that you find your Savior and appreciate all the blessings that have been bestowed upon you. I would love the chance to chat with you again in heaven. My prayer requests? Pray for my journey as I head into the final countdown to Honduras. I am terrified and yet extremely excited at the same time. I know God will use me and I guess even that terrifies me. I hope I don't mess it up- good thing he will use me in spite of me!
Have a blessed remaining of your 2009.
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