(from a series related to narcissistic abuse) Gossip is a long train of lies hitched onto half-truths, sprayed with graffiti, speeding its way down the rough, bumpy track. Who knows where it's going? It's dangerous, but it seems like everyone wants to jump on board, and it can cost people their lives. It's not easy … Continue reading The Gossip Track…It’s A Train Wreck!
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Biscuits n Gravy
One hot, sunny morning, it became my favorite breakfast in the whole world... My grandpa ordered biscuits and gravy at a truck stop in Texas. I'd never tried it, and I rarely ate breakfast. My heart swelled with love for him, knowing he was looking forward to his meal. Smiling up at the waitress, I … Continue reading Biscuits n Gravy
God Pulls Us Through Trials of Suffering
Last Monday, my daughter came down with the dreaded stomach virus. It was hard to watch our sweet six-year-old bravely suffer, as each wave of nausea hit, until finally nothing remained in her skinny little belly. At two a.m., I thought to anoint her with frankincense oil. Her vomiting lessened and she was finally able … Continue reading God Pulls Us Through Trials of Suffering
Spread Your Wings and Fly!
As I do God's work tonight, what He has given me to do, I know the devil opposes it. I know he will try to remove my support system, and use whatever tricks he has up his sleeve to get me to freeze up and come to a halt. He wants me to become depleted, exhausted, … Continue reading Spread Your Wings and Fly!
Oh Christmas Tree… Let YOUR Lights Shine!
The pre-lit Christmas tree promises “lights that stay lit, even if one goes out.” It doesn’t tell the truth. We’re all familiar with stressful holiday preparations. Everyone knows that a dose of irritation is included, for free, in every box of Christmas tree lights! A few years ago, our family purchased a pre-lit, artificial tree … Continue reading Oh Christmas Tree… Let YOUR Lights Shine!
The Silver Lining 