Honest
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Often in life, we think our spouse’s faults are greater than ours. We dwell on what is wrong with everyone else, but not with ourselves. The truth is, love doesn’t constantly find fault. Love doesn’t get its pride hurt every time someone doesn’t make you feel like the most important person in the room. Love… Read more
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I was brought up in a Pentecostal Church where power through the baptism of the Holy Spirit was central to our religion. When I turned 30 I began to hunger and thirst for more of God, to know Him, to know His love. I began studying His word, digging deeper and deeper and praying more… Read more
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Today I ask Bobby could we ride to the mini Walmart in West Athens and then on the way back stop by Willie’s and pick up some chicken for our dinner. He said “or fish?” In other words, he wanted Captain D’s instead. I relented, reluctantly and said “Momma would probably rather have fish too,… Read more
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Late night thoughts:I remember the first time I saw my husband. My first impression was “he’s a wonderful father. “ This fact mesmerized me. I wanted more than anything to be with a man who would be a loving father who put his family first.He did. He always has.Is he perfect? No!Does he have issues?… Read more
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My brother DeWayne was known for his comedic talent. He could quickly respond with funny remarks. If Momma was mad about something and fussing and yelling, He could have her laughing in just a minute. Not me. If ever opened my mouth all I ever did was make her angrier.One day after he had calmed… Read more
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I had struggled for years with a neurological disorder. The symptoms became worse with stress so I resigned from my position as a director at a local hospital. The first two years at home were extremely challenging. No longer the ninety mile per hour driven woman I had always been I sank into a deep… Read more
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I have been blessed with four intelligent, beautiful and independent daughters. This was my goal! This was my desire. I never wanted them to suffer the heartache and stress I had experienced. I prayed, I worked hard to make sure they had a good stable life. We went to church every Sunday as a family.… Read more
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One of the best accomplishments you can achieve is accepting the fact that often you are the problem in our life, We had rather believe everything and everyone else is causing our misery. We cry to anyone who will listen “If my boss had given me the promotion I applied for I wouldn’t be behind… Read more
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How often do you say “no” to things that would interfere with your goals? No where nearly as often as I should, but a lot more than I use too! As a wife, mother, grandmother and now the caregiver for my mother it is my nature to take care of everyone else first. However, I… Read more
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I read an article today where a woman was proclaiming she did not regret having an abortion. I have read where women have bragged about how many abortions they have had without any remorse whatsoever. I can’t comprehend this way of thinking. When I was 21 years old I had an abortion. I loved the… Read more
For Real, Elaine?! 