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Planning or Procrastinating?
I have a confession to make...I really like to plan. I love lists, sticky notes, calendars, etc. It absolutely drives my hubby up the wall. You see, he’s definitely NOT a planner. He’s more of the “fly by the seat of your pants” kind of guy. I have learned in our...
Wrapping It Up
Here we are again, heading into the final stretch of another year. Christmas is right around the corner and the hustle around me is almost overwhelming.Do you hear the Lord whispering to your heart? Slow down. Be still. Here I am. Waiting and ready to be found. I...
When The Cup Is Empty
The plates keep spinning as I try desperately to balance what seems like an endless to do list. Just don’t stop moving or the fine balance, or the facade of what now looks like balance, of life will coming crashing down.The demands of everyday life often make me feel...
A Generous Spirit Can Grow Weary
Do you ever get tired of doing good for others or even for yourself? Just flat out tired of giving your best and ready to throw in the towel? I’d say most of us desire to have a generous spirit and willingly step out in faith to the assignment He has given each of us....
Family Ties
Sorry for I’ve been so absent lately. I have been super busy with hosting a sheepdog trial as well as fall ranch work. I'm trying to me consistent with blogging but ranch life is a lot of things but consistent or on any kind of schedule isn't one of them!Working daily...
Ruthie – A Life Well Loved
"For I was hungry, and you fed me. I was thirsty, and you gave me a drink. I was a stranger, and you invited me into your home. I was naked, and you gave me clothing. I was sick, and you cared for me. I was in prison, and you visited me. Matthew 25:35-36 (NLT)Always...
Brave the Anxiety for the Adventure
“I am brave, I am brave, I am brave!” I just kept repeating it to myself so the anxious thoughts might not move back in and set up camp.When I was younger I lived life fearlessly, probably to a fault if I’m honest. I was ten foot tall and bulletproof, or so I thought....
Then God Made a Cowboy
When I was a child, I spoke and thought and reasoned as a child. But when I grew up, I put away childish things. 1 Corinthians 13:11 (NLT)The picture above is of my oldest son, Dustin. He will be 21 right after Christmas this year. I miss the days of him...
Smile Pretty for the Camera…or Not?
I’m convinced God has a huge smile. He loves to see us smile too. Big, goofy smiles. Small, playful smiles. Smiles with teeth going every which direction. God created them all and He loves to see them.He created me to smile and yet I fight against showing it to others...