You can never fully express with words the pain of one’s suffering, for the one suffering as well as those watching. God’s gifts, yes, even the gift of suffering, serve a purpose in our becoming Christ-like (Romans 8:29, 1 Peter 1:6-16). Jesus learned obedience through the things He suffered (Hebrews 5:8), Job learned how to … Continue reading A Hope of Rescue!
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GUTS & GLORY
The last 41 days of 2020, which included Thanksgiving and Christmas, I spent over one thousand miles from home. I had mixed emotions when the idea first popped into my head back in October, but as it grew closer and closer, I felt the Lord confirming this radical decision. And, thankfully, I have a husband … Continue reading GUTS & GLORY
Where Do We Turn?
We’ve been dealt a hard blow. Life has changed and it may never, ever be the same. Through a pandemic that includes a cancer journey with my sister-in-law, through loss of jobs or finances for different family members and friends, through loss of caring for grandkids (like my sister is experiencing), or possibly losing the … Continue reading Where Do We Turn?
Immanuel; It’s no accident: The Lord is with us!
Eight days ago, an accident changed our plans! We planned to spend Christmas in Louisiana with my side of the family. We were due to leave two days after the accident occurred. Many things this year did not transpire as we had planned or even had hoped. Two of our children had surgery, unexpectedly. Our … Continue reading Immanuel; It’s no accident: The Lord is with us!
Join the Genealogy of Life
Who doesn't love a Christmas tree loaded with lights or a frosted peppermint coffee from Chick-fil-A? Celebrations of the season abound! But we can easily become lost in the busyness of our calendar and miss what really matters. So, I make it my aim to experience the peace and joy of the season, not in … Continue reading Join the Genealogy of Life
Lessons Learned (Sugar/Dairy Fast)
In my younger years, I didn't realize the effects sugar can produce on a body. Aches and pains were a daily struggle. Leg pain tolerated through the day became unbearable through my nights. In addition, migraines came calling quite frequently. I lived on acetaminophen and ibuprofen, as well as prescription drugs from time to time. … Continue reading Lessons Learned (Sugar/Dairy Fast)
The “Scarlett” Letter
On October 28, 1980, I received the letter. It was folded several times and pinned to the bulletin board hanging outside my dorm room. I quickly noticed it had been written at 3 in the morning because not only was the date scribbled down but also the time of writing. The writer actually jotted out … Continue reading The “Scarlett” Letter
The Girl who Sang in her Pain!
Growing up, I dreamed of “Prince Charming” sweeping me off my feet or that “Knight in Shining Armor” riding in and saving the day! A life of ease with the American Dream attached. I imagined how many children I would have and what I would name each of them. I pictured the castle I would … Continue reading The Girl who Sang in her Pain!
What’s All the Fuss?
Really? What is all the fuss about? Why worry about the relationship I have with Starbucks coffees, yummy cookies, pies, cakes, fast food delicacies like Chick-fil-A’s chocolate milkshake, or too many chicken nuggets in my box with a large sized waffle fry? What’s the harm? It’s not like my waistline has expanded so far that … Continue reading What’s All the Fuss?
Time to Laugh!
Chemicals called endorphins are released in the brain when we have a good cackle, a real belly laugh. Merriam-Webster defines endorphins as: any of a group of endogenous peptides (such as enkephalin) found especially in the brain that bind chiefly to opiate receptors and produce some pharmacological effects (such as pain relief) like those of … Continue reading Time to Laugh!
The Scarlett Road 