This past weekend, I was with my parents at the annual Talley cemetery decoration. My mother has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's. This weekend was the first time I realized she didn't know me. Her recognition went in and out. I was an old friend she knew when she was young. It hurt but I knew... Continue Reading →

I don't want to come off as "Debbie Downer" but, I have something on my mind. Please don't forget the Moms who will have heartache this weekend. I'm talking about the moms who have just lost their mom. The moms who have lost children to death, addictions, wrong choices (on both parts), unforgiveness, etc... The... Continue Reading →

The past few weeks my morning Bible reading has been about Christ's death, burial and resurrection. The day it discussed Christ's crucifixion it mentioned that during that time possibly 500 Jews a day were crucified, a horrible, excruciating way to die. Average people who had believed and decided to follow the Lamb of God. Then,... Continue Reading →

Tina Turner tried to convince us that love has nothing to do with a relationship. If you were to ask me this question, I would say, "Love has everything to do with it. Paul understood this when he wrote 1 Corinthians specifically chapter 13. These verses have been read at so many weddings and they... Continue Reading →

The following quote showed up on my Facebook feed the other day; "Don't go twenty years letting one negative comment hold you back. You are not who people say you are, you are who God says you are." I hate to admit this, but I have. I have let the words of others (can't even... Continue Reading →

I am very thankful to be a public school teacher. There are times that it is frustrating. But, what job doesn't have those moments? I also have been a Bible school teacher for many years. The same can be said of that! Nothing gives me greater joy than leading a Bible Club in our school.... Continue Reading →

Wow! Look at those two love birds! Contemplating marriage! What did they know??? I can tell you, not too much. After 43 years I can tell you I am still no expert. Every day there is a new experience or challenge. But, after all these years I can say  marriage is worth it. A few... Continue Reading →

How content are you? That was a question posed to our ladies' group this week. Of course my first reaction was - most definitely! I'm good. I don't need anything. I'm thankful. Our scripture for the night was found in 1 Timothy 6:6-11. " 6 But godliness with contentment is great gain. 7 For we brought nothing... Continue Reading →

As you walk down the hallways of most  schools this time of year, invariably you will find a bulletin board that says "What I'm Thankful For." I love this time of year. I especially like hearing what the children have to say on this subject. One really caught my eyes this morning.  A preschooler's answer... Continue Reading →

I hate conflict, of any kind. Drama is not in my name. I run and hide from it. And yet it seems to be the norm of our society. We have let hatred, prejudice, and unforgiveness take hold of our country, communities, schools, and homes. Not a day goes by that there is not another... Continue Reading →