Patience is not my strong suit….. and I could blame my raised voice issues on a past relationship, but that was over a decade ago, so I take ownership now…. Being a mom was all I ever wanted to be. Growing up, I knew I didn’t want a career,…
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My Childhood Dream Shattered
In my childhood dreams, I watched my marriage play out beautifully. Laughter, devotions, alone time together, kisses and cuddles all abounded. Conflict and differences were seen, but didn’t need to be addressed. We were perfect together, our differences didn’t cause issues. In my life…………..boy do I see things otherwise.…
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A Not So Perfect Giveaway!
Throughout this week, I will be writing to you through a few major imperfect parts of my life. Today I kicked off my “Imperfectly Perfect” Series with a post on being an imperfect woman. I truly believe that the only way we will change this world for Christ is…
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I’m Not Perfect?!?!
As a teenager I never wanted for attention from boys. I rarely got along with girls, so I grew up hanging out and quickly learned to like boys. As a young adult, I worked in a mostly male atmosphere, and didn’t lack attention there either. In those days, (and…
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The Time Has Finally Come! Kick Off!
Yes it is finally time! The time has come for you to purchase THE book of 2013!!!! (in my opinion) If you are looking for THE PERFECT book to start your year off right, then this is the one for you! (I know it has the word “mom” in…
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Afraid I am Not…..
Let’s just write and not worry if it’s just right or not. Here’s how to play along: 1. Write for 5 minutes flat for pure unedited love of the written word. 2. Link back here and invite others to join in {you can grab the button code in my blog footer} 3. Go leave some comment props for the five minute artist…
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Flexibility vs. Resistance
Flexibility vs. Resistance Definition: Willingness to change plans or ideas according to the direction of my authorities I Will…. * Not get upset when plans change * Respect the decisions of my authorities * Not be stubborn * Look for the good in changes * Not compromise what is right…
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I’m in a Valley
Over the last two weeks or so, I’ve been struggling showing my love to my husband. After almost a week of fighting these feelings, my mom reminded me of a saying that I love, and hadn’t thought of during this time. “Don’t doubt in the darkness, what you know to…
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Help Meet Practical Game Rule #4 ~ To Be Discreet
One usually thinks of discretion as the ability to avoid saying or doing that which is inappropriate ~ to know when and how to conduct oneself so as not to offend. The Greek word is in other instances translated as “behavior” and “judgement”. Discretion, therefore is, having good tastes….good judgement….useful….to…
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Faith vs. Presumption
Faith vs. Presumption Definition:Confidence that actions rooted in good character will yield the best outcome, even when I cannot see how. I Will…. * Expect the Best * Make right choices based on principles of character rather than whims of circumstance * Believe the truth and reject a lie *…