Category Archives: Personal

Happy Anniversary

Posted on August 24, 2011 by admin

21 years of marriage.  Is that long?  Is it a milestone?  Is it  even commendable?  Does it speak to character?  Or is it more like the man who walked a mile in a day?  One step at a time – … Continue reading →

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Who am I?

Posted on August 19, 2011 by admin

The answer to this simple question seems to be paramount to the success and happiness of life.  I am Wife, mother, business woman, friend, pastor’s wife. I am tired, lonely, afraid. I am strong, confident, ready for a challenge. All … Continue reading →

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Grace

Posted on July 28, 2011 by admin

Jilly is 12 years old.  She is the step-daughter of the Youth & Children’s Minister, SF.  Jilly has a bit of a wild streak in her that is attributed to the influence of her mom. My youngest daughter loves Jilly. … Continue reading →

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Job Frustation

Posted on July 21, 2011 by admin

Hmm.  Job contentment.  Ministry effectiveness.  Drive to do. Right now the shepherd is frustrated, hurt and tired of the whole thing.  Sure would be nice to say, “Enough.  Let somebody else do this.”  However, when you feel called to the … Continue reading →

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Surprise Visitors

Posted on July 16, 2011 by admin

A fun story.  Tonight one of the girls set off the security alarm.  Thinking nothing of it, I turned the alarm off and we continued getting ready for bed.  About half an hour later, there was a knock on the … Continue reading →

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The starts of connectedness

Posted on July 14, 2011 by admin

When we moved about a year ago, I was looking forward to the new.  I was excited to meet new people and establish better routines with a fresh start.  I was ready to engage in friends ship and intertwine my … Continue reading →

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Is the grass greener?

Posted on July 10, 2011 by admin

The shepherd is away on business right now — not church business, but business.  He is being asked how he likes where we are and if it was the right decision.  We could have made a move last year to … Continue reading →

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Fresh Air

Posted on June 22, 2011 by admin

Today, my friend is coming to visit me.  We will spend a week together talking, sharing, and caring.  I can’t wait.

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Reflection on Dad

Posted on June 19, 2011 by admin

Father’s Day!  A time to celebrate the blessing of our father.  It is mandated by culture that we take time to reflect on our dads, and since I am a compliant individual, I will reflect. My dad, like most dads … Continue reading →

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School is out!

Posted on June 17, 2011 by admin

Finally, the school year is complete.   The girls are excited to have a  break from school work.  It makes me a  bit nervous.  What happens when the girls get  bored? My tendency is to lay out a schedule with … Continue reading →

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