family
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We share our home with two vocal, demanding dogs: Harper, a fourteen-year-old lab mix who belonged to my momma, and Sadie, a three-year-old from the Jackson County Humane Society. Their presence keeps our house from feeling empty after years of family bustle. Harper and Sadie have strong, distinct personalities. Harper, though slow with arthritis, is… Read more
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Several years ago, Bobby and I were driving home with our two grandchildren when he asked, “What are you thinking?” I laughed and replied, “Oh, I don’t know, wishing I was 26 and skinny again!” But as I looked at our grandchildren, I turned to Bobby and said, “But I wouldn’t trade being young for… Read more
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We adopted our youngest dog from a shelter, where she had come from an abusive background on the streets. Her distinctive long white hair and spotted face stood out to me. I asked her, “Do you want to come home with Nannie?” She placed both of her front paws on me and looked me square… Read more
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Yesterday after attending the 10 a.m. service at The Jefferson Church —Bobby, Memaw and I went to eat at the Braselton, Cracker Barrel. We were feeling great after a powerful sermon and were sure we would beat the church crowd and just slide right into a table at the Cracker without any hesitation. WRONG! OH!… Read more
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Yes you! It doesn’t matter if your past is more sordid than the woman at the well who had five failed marriages and was living with a man who wasn’t her husband. Jesus knew all of this, and He still used her to make a difference. If you have been abused and used like David’s… Read more
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Write about a few of your favorite family traditions. When our four daughters were still young we always sat down at the dinner table each evening and ate together. It became a time of bonding and sharing our day. Some days were filled with laughter and joy others with heated arguments, but no matter what… Read more
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Late evening thoughts: Taking apart your parents home is extremely painful. You travel back through their lives and the life you lived with them. Your heart is cracked wide open exposing every emotional feeling you have ever felt towards your immediate family. So thankful the Word of God comforts us through this time. His love,… Read more
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One of the most challenging aspects of being estranged from a child is not being able to see or talk to your grandchildren. The grandchildren you nurtured, cared for, and spent focused time with for years. Now, you are no longer allowed to attend their school activities. You are blocked on their phones. I imagine… Read more
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For Real, Elaine?! 