Category Archives: Family

Diversified Interests

Posted on March 23, 2012 by

In the last 48 hours members of our household have: attended school, started a new quarter, supervised a student teacher, applied for a football coaching position, scheduled an interview, played the guitar, led a Bible Study meeting, bought a few … Continue reading →

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On The Same Team

Posted on February 1, 2012 by

With all the talk about Presidential primaries and the upcoming Super Bowl, high-stakes competition is key on everyone’s mind. Who will win? Who will lose? What will they do to secure the victory? Who will they blame for failure? We … Continue reading →

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Really Listening

Posted on January 25, 2012 by

A well-known phone company commercial asked the question, “Can you hear me now?” Well, being able to physically register sounds is only part of the process. The real question is, “Are you really listening?” Hearing means sounds bouncing around into … Continue reading →

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More Than Family

Posted on January 20, 2012 by

Two women from different cultures, both widows, undertook a long journey. One was consumed by bitterness and sought to return to the “old country.” The other resisted pressure and refused to return to her old home, instead embracing a new faith.  The road … Continue reading →

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Looking Like Christmas

Posted on December 14, 2011 by

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas around my house. The lights are up outside and look even better with the white backdrop of Colorado snow on the ground. The tree is decorated and cookies fill the jar (briefly, … Continue reading →

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In Everything Give Thanks

Posted on November 21, 2011 by

In honor of Thanksgiving, I’m taking today’s post to turn my thoughts toward gratitude and being thankful. If you’re anything like me, we tend to think in terms of “I’m thankful for …” and the list usually includes family, friends, … Continue reading →

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Love Is

Posted on November 14, 2011 by

Love is patient. Love is kind. Love glues the decorations back on the daughter’s shoes. Love holds the bucket when the little guy is throwing up. Love sits in the bleachers cheering during every game. Love never fails. Forgive my … Continue reading →

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Banishing Dust Bunnies

Posted on November 9, 2011 by

I’m such a procrastinator that I never get to spring cleaning … until fall. Maybe it’s the thought of snuggling in for a long, cold winter that makes me notice all the dust and clutter I’ve let build up during … Continue reading →

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Sibling Spats or Support

Posted on November 2, 2011 by

I grew up with two younger brothers, so I know firsthand about living with annoying creatures … who were also funny and creative and (occasionally) tender-hearted. So, when my three kids alternate between getting along and waging war, I understand. I’m … Continue reading →

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Okay to Fail

Posted on October 19, 2011 by

I hear voices all day long. My children asking for help, tattling, and whining. The DJ on the radio. The telemarketer on the phone. The whisper of God to my spirit telling me how much He loves me. The litany of … Continue reading →

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