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Not Another Jesus vs Santa Post
A few days ago, I asked my four year old what he thought was the most important part of Christmas. He answered without hesitation, “Santa and presents!” His two year old sister piped in from across the room, “He’s bringing me a castle!” Inside, I shrunk into a puddle...
For Those Without Hope This Christmas
When I was a little girl, my family would drive across the country and vacation in North Carolina. I loved spending time at the beach. The air was salty and moist. The breeze was cool and constant. The ocean was alive. I would sit at the place where the water washed...
Because She is Just Like Me
She was just like me -her kids swinging from a jungle gym a little too high, her youngest braving a fast slide, her little girl out of breath from skipping. We were standing on the side of playground in a city far away while our children laughed together. She began to...
The Night Hope Was Born
Have you ever been around large animals? When my husband and I were newly married, he would work an event at the state fairgrounds once a year. He worked on the production side of a youth expo that involved the showing of animals. I could go into greater detail here,...
A Poisoned Cupcake: The Truth About Having Children with Food Allergies
Our town holiday parade was a few nights ago. It is a fun way the community kicks off the holiday season. Businesses on main street stay open late as folks enjoy visiting with one another and window shopping. The parade floats throw candy to the kids sitting on the...
More Dangerous Than Competition
A few months ago, I tackled the idea of women and their constant competition with one another. We love to make sure that we are doing okay by comparing ourselves and our abilities to others. We do the silent smile and size up while making hasty judgments of women we...
If My Children Do Not Grow Up in Church, I Have Not Failed Them
Growing up, I learned well the system of church. Some of my earliest memories involve Sunday School lessons and nursery friend playdates. Some of my oldest friends I made in church over 20 years ago. My parents were usually on staff at the various churches we...
Instead of an Excuse – A Prayer
It isn’t even 10 AM, and I have already lost it. I have fussed with my kids and lost my cool about the simplest of things. I am running behind, feel overwhelmed and have misplaced all of my frustrations on those whose hearts trust me. I have not been a safe place for...
My Husband Does Not Complete Me
My husband does not complete me. No matter how hard he will ever try, no matter how much I want him to, or expect him to, it is not my husband’s job to complete me. I was created to be completed by God. [edit - this was not included in the original post] Not very long...
Bless My Crumby Life
Red light. I reached behind my seat to pick up a fallen straw. It came back with a half-eaten sucker and goldfish dust stuck to it. Gross. I glanced into the backseat. Abandoned socks and shoes, toys and trinkets, crayons and Cheerios were strewn across the floor of...
One Step Forward
I am not a sporty girl. I know you are shocked, aren't you? I totally had you fooled. Alright. I know it doesn't come as much of a surprise. This girl has never played any organized sport. Ever. I did happen to briefly sneak my way onto a cheerleading squad for a few...
You Cannot Keep Leaves on Trees
I opened the driver’s side door and climbed out of our SUV. I was met with the fresh smelling breeze of an Oklahoma March. It was my favorite time of year. I opened the back door and unclipped my son’s clunky car seat from its base. His three month old grin was still...
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