I woke this morning to news of more violence in South Sudan. More evil. More innocent blood being shed. It’s but one story in this world of ours that is full of evil and pain and injustice. Of violence and fear and atrocity. Of one million children freezing in Syrian refuge camps and young girls […]
We Have 7 Days Left
There are seven days until Christmas and I feel like I can say that to myself in one of two ways. The first, the one I default to, the one that feels the most normal this time of year comes through a mega phone a bit like Ty Pennington on Extreme Makeover Home Edition. “SEVEN […]
Losing 80 Pounds in 80 Days – My Husband is FINALLY Sharing his Story
I’ve been after Scott to write this post for over a year. It’s a miraculous, amazing, joyful story that definitely ends with a happily ever after because I have a healthier and happier husband. He’s been my best friend since I was 18 years old, and I cannot express my pride and admiration for his […]
I’m Sad Today . . But It’s OK
I’ve talked before here about my struggle with depression. It has lessened greatly over the years but the truth is, I’m always looking over my shoulder for it to come back. To have another one of those moments where I suddenly fall through a trap door in the floor and can’t get out. And […]
I Don’t Handle Disappointment Well – Thanks A TON, Cleon! Dallas Marathon Musings
If you live in Dallas, or really any of the numerous parts of the country affected by that nasty Winter Storm Cleon, you’re very familiar with disappointment about now. Personally, I’m disappointed that the National Weather Service has such a boring person in charge of naming storms, but I’ll save that discussion for another post. […]
What’s Going to Be “Real” About Your Christmas?
We have a real tree this year. We’ve had both kinds and although I’ll admit that the convenience and non-mess of a pre-lit LED tree cannot be beat, there’s just something about the real thing. The smell, the texture and yes, the imperfection. Did you know it’s almost (if not completely) impossible to get lights […]
What I’m Grateful For! Happy Thanksgiving!
I’m heading out for a few days of rest and relaxation with my amazing family, but before I head out for this very important holiday and much needed week of unplugging, I thought I would write about a few things I’m grateful for. My AMAZING husband. We’ve been through thick and thin (literally when you […]
Wood Hay and Stuble, Indeed . . Priorities and Tear Downs
A house on our block was torn down a couple days ago. We actually know the family that built it and they were a good, solid, loving family. They sold it years ago and it’s been in many hands since then and because it’s on a gorgeous creek lot, a builder came in and leveled […]
This Day is Always Tough For Me – 9/11 Patriot’s Day Reflections
As more time goes by since the first September 11th, I’m finding more and more people who either were too young to have been impacted much or who’s lives it didn’t effect like it did ours. But there is very little about our lives that September 11th didn’t change, and I always feel incredibly reflective […]