I have always hated violence of any kind. Maybe this is normal for most people, but it truly disturbs me on a deep level. It's really hard to put into words. I can remember when I was a kid, there was a fight in the road, outside of my house. These two boys were fighting and baseball bat was involved. I was home and of course knew that it was going on and I literally went into a panic. I couldn't stand the thought of what was taking place. I felt so aware of the...
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If you know me at all, you know that I have a love for baking, among many other things. And for 14 years, I have used the same pot holder that I received as a wedding gift. This thing is completely worn, has torn edges, and is very outdated in its style. Several months ago, I purchased a new set of pot holders as I began to be concerned with the safety of the old one. But still to this day, I find myself reaching for that tattered, red pot holder. Every time. It's what...
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This post has been something that I have wrestled with lately. It has been on my heart to share, but seemed like a tall order to write. My goal is to always be prayerful and led of the Spirit in what I say, and this topic felt even more critical to do so. Todays world looks different than it did 30 years ago. Somehow black and white areas have become gray, and no longer are there real "definitions" of anything. From politics to religion, everything seems to be up for debate. Somewhere along the line,...
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Today is Valentines Day. Love is in the air, cupid is flying around, and chocolate isn't hard to find. I have spent 17 years with my sweetheart and each Valentine's Day is a great reminder that I am blessed. I love my husband more today than all of the previous years combined. He is my best friend. He is hilarious. And he's the best dad in town. But, after so long of being in love, reality smacks you in the face and a dozen roses can't fix it. Somewhere along the way, the dust settles and the...
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