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Happy Birthday Christian

Christian, when I was contemplating what verse would be your verse for the year, the word joy came to mind. While the sparkle in your eye show mischief, I think it is a cover-up for joy. Or maybe it’s the … Continue reading

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Whatever is Pure and True

There is a lot of hatred, fear, destruction and violence in our world today. I know that this time in history really isn’t any different than any other, we just live in a world where the news (especially negative) can … Continue reading

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Be vs. Do

  I’m the energizer bunny with batteries that never quit. So how does that fit with the concept that we are human “beings” not human “doers.’ I am a doer. Anyone that knows me, knows that. I struggle greatly with just … Continue reading

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When God Says, “Not Yet”

I planned on posting about missing out on corporate worship today. I’ve been working on my thoughts all week. Ironically today has a new perspective. And I would have missed it if I hadn’t stepped outside my front door for … Continue reading

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The Other Side of the Tracks

Grandma’s. Her house was small. Very small. A  true “tiny house” without all the efficient means to make it more livable.But also in a day when we didn’t have much. She raised 3 children in the house. It was in the … Continue reading

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Married-40 Years Today

It’s hard to believe. We almost didn’t make it. We were young (by today’s standards, not back then), we had no idea what we were doing and we didn’t have positive role models. I heard often growing up that I … Continue reading

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Do I Really Want What I Think I Want?

I’ve had many dreams and desires over the  years. Many did not come to pass as I wanted. Some I am sad about, others I’m glad I didn’t get what I wanted, as I’ve come to realize it wasn’t really … Continue reading

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Happy Birthday Kynzi

Even though this photo is many years old, this is one of my favorite pictures of you. It shows the fun and loving side to your serious, and no-nonsense personality. I can relate to the serious, no-nonsense side of you, … Continue reading

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Camden’s Prayer – Be Strong and Courageous

Happy Birthday Camden! You’re twelve! How did that happen? It seems it was barely yesterday when Grandpa and I were impatiently waiting for you to be born while camping near by. Oh, the walks your mom and I took during … Continue reading

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My Birthday Prayer to Noah

Happy Birthday Noah, It’s hard to believe that you are going to be 8 in 2 days.  Last week I posted a picture of you as a baby. Where did the 8 years go? I wonder when Mom and Dad … Continue reading

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