Consider the Lilies

Consider the Lilies

by | May 22, 2021 | Faithfulness, Peace

This weekend I was given an opportunity to house/dogsit for a very good friend of mine while she and her family had a weekend getaway of their own. Of course, I jumped at the chance for some peace and quiet, relaxation, doggy lovin’, and pool side respite. This...
A Dog Named Louie

A Dog Named Louie

by | May 16, 2021 | Faithfulness

Today I came to one of my favorite places for the purpose of having a little more solitude to work on some things in my recovery: Lake Rim. Over the last year, I have experienced amazing sunsets here, invigorating and thought provoking conversations…and even a...
Reflections

Reflections

by | May 15, 2021 | Joy, Peace

When I graduated the SVTC program in June 2020, I bought myself a fancy prayer journal to commemorate the accomplishment. It’s black leather with gold along the edges of each page, along with a scripture and its reference at the bottom of each of those pages. On...
Because of Her…

Because of Her…

by | May 10, 2021 | Faithfulness, Love

“Your hairy legs make you look like a monkey under water, Amanda” she said with a slight smirk. My mom had taken us kids to the public pool that day and apparently the one time she put her head under water in play with us, she noticed the dark brown hairs...
The Struggle Is Real

The Struggle Is Real

by | Apr 30, 2021 | Self-Control

The temptations in your life are no different from what others experience. And God is faithful. He will not allow the temptation to be more than you can stand. When you are tempted, he will show you a way out so that you can endure. 1 Corinthians 10:13 NLT I have...