Truth is…

The truth is…I wanted to be the exception. I wanted the marriage that my husband adored me and we were together forever. I wanted a happy family, still intact at graduations and marriages of the children. I wanted to defy the odds. The truth is, when that didn’t happen, I still wanted to be theContinueContinue reading “Truth is…”

Happy Birthday Mistie!

It was her birthday.  She’s a single mom, in fact, she is an excellent mother of two.  She works in the medical field.  She loves Jesus.   In the last year, she has conquered much in her personal life including becoming healthier, walking away from an abusive relationship and chasing Jesus with passion.  He is lovingContinueContinue reading “Happy Birthday Mistie!”

The Reset Button

In the midst of navigating this Pandemic, I can’t help but acknowledge some really good things are happening. I have seen an abundance of posts that make me smile as I scroll through social media. Families are dancing together, playing games together and laughing together. My friends are posting cooking videos and asking others what’sContinueContinue reading “The Reset Button”

Clinging

I unexpectedly became overwhelmed with sadness.  As I paused and tried to gather my emotions, I scrolled my thoughts.  What had provoked this onset of pools in my eyes? Let’s be honest, the last couple weeks have evolved into so many unexpecteds!  Most of us have never seen circumstances like the ones we are navigatingContinueContinue reading “Clinging”