Monthly Archives: September 2012

Perception and Reality

Posted on September 27, 2012 by admin

I remember in high school coming to the incredible realization that in many aspects of life it is not reality that matters as much as one’s perceptions of reality. We do not judge another by their intentions, but by our … Continue reading →

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Simple Joys

Posted on September 24, 2012 by admin

There are hard days… days so hard I wonder why I signed on for them.  Had I not undergone the three brain surgeries, I would probably not be alive — or certainly not functional.I know my conscious decision for surgery … Continue reading →

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Is the Church less of a business than football?

Posted on September 19, 2012 by admin

Wes Welker is a receiver for the New England Patriots.  He was in a contract renegotiation this past fall.  Now that the season has started, he is not getting as much time on the field as previus years. Qutestions are … Continue reading →

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Essentials of the Church

Posted on September 19, 2012 by admin

The Shepherd and I were talking today- exploring some of the aspects of the Church.  Not as a structure or belief system, but as the gift God gave to reveal Himself to man.  What are the essentials?  What makes the … Continue reading →

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Lessons from a Bird

Posted on September 18, 2012 by admin

I have a parrot named Bonkers, an African Gray to be more specific,  I enjoy him being around and have tried for months now to get him to be friendly to me,  I talk to him, give him treats, and … Continue reading →

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Why I like Football

Posted on September 15, 2012 by admin

Peyton Manning is Back.  After a tumultuous year, he has found a home in Denver.  He played a very solid game against Pittsburgh and lead the Broncos to victory. One of the things that stood out in reading the article … Continue reading →

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Silence or Speak?

Posted on September 13, 2012 by admin

Yesterday the Shepherd preached for a funeral at the church he pastored.  I attended and had several people approach me.  They wanted to tell me how good I looked.  Several expressed sadness at how things worked out. I find myself … Continue reading →

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Searching for a Church Home

Posted on September 9, 2012 by admin

How do you look for a church home?  What are the criteria?  Is it a question of programming, opportunities to serve, feelings of connection? It has been many years since I was looking for a church home.  I do not … Continue reading →

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Now What?

Posted on September 4, 2012 by admin

It is an “interesting time” in my life.  With the brain tumor, I was already struggling with my identity.  Now, I am not a Shepherd’s wife either.  I do not know my role in the Church anymore… I don’t even … Continue reading →

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