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No one likes to experience heartache and pain. We often think it’s not fair when troubles come our way and sometimes even say, “What did I do to deserve this?” But, do we ever ask that same question when things are going well?  For example, what did I do to deserve such an amazing spouse […]

Guest Blog, make or break, written by my oldest daughter, Karen. I am human and imperfect. I have down days. Self image issues at times. Feelings of inadequacy. I worry about parenthood. Am I good enough? Strong enough? Life is a juggling act. The responsibilities, endless. I fear that I may drop one ball or […]

Though I am not a runner, I run everywhere. I’m not sure this qualifies me to write about running, but I do have distance runners in my family and have gone to races.  I would like to share some of my observations about running and a drink. Let’s start with a marathon.  There are those who […]

This is a faithful saying, and these things I want you to affirm constantly, that those who have believed in God should be careful to maintain good works.  These things are good and profitable to men.  Titus 3:8 Art Speaks is an excerpt from chapter 12 of my book. I don’t do this very often, but […]

I have a tendency to be rough on my hands. I like to garden, renovate old spaces, refurbish and/or build things. My hands bear the brunt of these labors and often become calloused and rough. Therefore, a few years back I got myself a really nice pair of work gloves.  I used them occasionally, but […]

Have you ever looked at something from a certain perspective and afterward realized you had misjudged the situation?  Maybe you interpreted what others were thinking or saying from a selfish or distorted point of view.  Or even thought they were being selfish or too needy?  This usually affects our attitudes along with our actions.  Then […]