It is kind of surreal, but I feel like I am in the middle of a bunch of people. Like in the movies where you see a crowd, but then everyone else blurs out and you just see the one person in the middle. Except that as soon as I see me clearly, I blur [...]
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One of my favorite photos!
Here is my son John with his neice Liana and nephew Andrew…his Grandpa in the background. John is so well liked by those that know him, yes even - or especially - babies! (I suppose it IS hard to like someone you don’t know!)
We had a [...]
I do have a lot to write about but have been spending some family time as we get ready to send our son John to Afghanistan through the National Guard. Please be in prayer for God’s grace, wisdom and courage to be evident in his life as he supports those in his charge.
more later…
Our church is currently covering Nehemaiah in a series entitled “The Leader Within“. I was so inspired when I heard the first ‘installment’ today. I’ve been contemplating what I felt was God saying to me “reevaluate“, health struggles and brokenness in general, so I was so moved by today’s message! And encouraged.
Brokenness -the realization of how powerless [...]
it’s easy to understand how God looks lovingly at a small child. it’s harder when you picture nasty old adults. until you become a parent of adult kids… it’s a whole new perspective on how precious “I” might be in his eyes… knowing how beautiful these people are in mine.
See below: Guy Kolar Jr [...]
Sometimes I feel sorry for myself, and during one of these moments (not one I am proud of) I wondered “Why” we have to suffer so much. (it actually makes me chuckle now that I am on the other side of it) But at the time it was pretty intense.
A couple Bible verses hit me. Of course [...]
It’s mold season. I’m allergic to mold, dust and other stuff as well as asthmatic. Breathing is something I am pretty consious of this time of year. So the book I am reading “Search and Rescue” by Neil Cole has a special attraction for me.
I love the word picture about accountability and that God intended for Bible reading and confession [...]
ever suddenly realize, startled and expectant, that God is calling you? at every turn, he is just ahead - calling, but it’s a whisper. when you wake up. when you lay down. when you drive. when you listen to music. no matter what you see or hear or do. he is pulling on your heart. [...]
Read full post...I woke up a week ago, Monday morning to hear God whispering just behind my ear, “Re-evaluate your commitment level.”
if you know me, you may be thinking many things…some think i am over-committed, some that i could do more, some that i could do better here or there…we are going to leave all those thoughts alone for now [...]
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A great team
Cathy says it’s easy!
Thanks Jen for arranging such a great opportunity!
PTS (post trickle snacks!)
One of the many “overcomers!”
What a great day at the Yorkville Courthouse today! Justice was served …again!
Not only did we cover the value of Patience, but also [...]