"Love is patient and kind. Love is not jealous or boastful or proud or rude. It does not demand its own way. It is not irritable, and it keeps no record of being wronged. It does not rejoice about injustice but rejoices whenever the truth wins out. Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance." 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 (NLT) Did you know you were ...
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Looking For True Love
Love … it certainly is easy to find this time of year. Cleverly tucked within greeting cards. Showcased in romantic movies on the Hallmark Channel. And nestled within tiny velvet jewelry boxes. I admit that kind of love is fun, exciting and makes me want to hug the person closest to me. But let’s be honest … that kind of love is also temporary. The greeting card eventually gets thrown away. The romantic ...
Making My House a Home {Giveaway}
The fragrance of cinnamon pumpkin spice floating from a lit candle on the kitchen counter top. A thin layer of dust evenly spread over of a cluster of picture frames, doting faces of loved ones. Soft music playing in the background, competing with children chatter and highlights from the sports channel. These are some of the things that make me feel ... well ... feel at home. A place where ...
Get A Grip
We had only been married a few short years when Keith thought it would be fun to take me snow skiing. I had never been to Colorado before and Steamboat Springs was our destination. I spent weeks preparing for our trip and made sure I had all the right ski gear. Although I had never come close to a snow capped mountain before, I wasn't about to look like a novice. No, not me. I wanted to appear like a ...
Keys To A Crazy Marriage
Today, Keith and I celebrate our 27th wedding anniversary. Gosh, I just can't believe we've been married for 27 years! The time has flown by and yet it seems like we have always been together. It's hard to imagine life without Keith and the slightest thought of it brings a knot to my throat and tears to my eyes. Just like so many other couples, our marriage has been filled with lots of ups and downs. It's ...
Missing Someone This Christmas?
Is there someone special in your life that won't be with you this Christmas season? Maybe a spouse that's in the military...miles away from home. Or, a relative that lives half way across the country and can't come for a visit this year? How about a loved one who's passed away? Someone that you long to hug and say "I love you". But, only memories are left to hold. Those kind of memories that bring tears to ...