Who am I? A wife for almost 40 years. A mom for over 36 years. A sister and a friend, of course. Each of these help describe me. But, even more, I have been a Christian since accepting Him as my Savior when I was 12 years old and, this truth defines each area of my life. I have enjoyed some mountain top experiences but have been through some very deep valleys as well. Valleys of incredible grief and even pits of depression. However, most of my days are ordinary, routine kind of days. But in every one of my days, God has been faithful. He has walked with me whatever the day. He strengthens, comforts, encourages and blesses me with life "most abundant."

A favorite life verse: The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly. John 10:10

Why do I write? Though not quite as private as my dad, I am definitely my father's daughter. I find it difficult to share. And to let others in. But I do love to write. I love to put words into sentences and sentences in paragraphs that help express my thoughts. I hope my words help me share my heart. Share the life that God has given me and all that He has done for me and through me. I write with the hope of giving Him at least a bit of the glory He is due.

A verse to guide my writing: That the trial of your faith, being much more precious than of gold that perisheth, though it be tried with fire, might be found unto praise and honour and glory at the appearing of Jesus Christ. I Peter 1:7

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Two New Traditions

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Happy Hump Day – the one right in between Christmas and the new year!  I’ve heard some folks really don’t like this week but, personally, I thoroughly enjoy it.  And need it.  I love(!!) new beginnings and, yes, next week is one of the best (new week, new month, new…

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Thoughts for Our Country

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This weekend, here in the USA, will celebrate our country’s birthday.  Independence Day.  The Fourth of July.  Largely a day for fun…and food.  (ALways the food!)  But it really is a significant day as well.  When I pause and consider our country (and really consider things), there is definitely cause…

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My Husband’s Favorite Meal

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It’s Father’s Day week.  Happy early wishes to all the dads.  There are several different “dads” in my life…men who mean so much to me.  Of course, my own dad – whom I seem to miss more every year since he has been gone.   There is also my sweet husband…

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A Valentine Tag Revisited

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Welcome to the week of chocolate, hearts, flowers, chocolate and..well, more chocolate!  It seems like Valentine’s Day creates strong opinions….either you really enjoy it and embrace all the fun.  Or you totally don’t.  I have so many fun memories of celebrating Valentine’s Day with my kiddos when they were little. …

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Twenty Questions

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Something a bit different for me today.  Trista at the Classy Chaos blog posted a Twenty Questions link-up on Instagram.  I thought I would answer them here.  Just for some fun – heading into this long weekend.  I hope you have a wonderful time celebrating our country.  Take a few…

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Father’s Day 2020

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Happy Friday.  It’s Father’s Day weekend.  Although it has been 20 years (yes, twenty!!  It is hard to imagine) since I last saw my dad on this earth, I tend to get nostalgic – if not a bit emotional – on special weekends last these.  I am so grateful for…

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