Monthly Archives: February 2023

I’m grateful that there are only 24 hours in a day. Some days just need to be over and done with. Such was yesterday. It was yet another unproductive court date for my daughter and three hours of wasted time … Continue reading →

Yesterday I was blessed to have two very lengthy phone visits with friends, plus another with my daughter, who calls most days. Nothing lifts my spirits like hearing the voice of someone I love. Texts messages are ok, but they … Continue reading →

Within 24 hours of my posting a blog questioning my parenting-past, my daughter sent me this text: “Remember years and years (and years) ago when you were reading the Faith Popcorn books and told (lectured, lol) me about the importance … Continue reading →

I had a good belly-laugh yesterday (the best kind🙂)! My husband went to the office to get our mail and came home with a big box. The office people here write the receiver’s name in BIG LETTERS to make it … Continue reading →

Lately I’ve been giving a lot of thought about whether or not I raised my kids right—which I realize is pointless and stupid given the fact that they are in their 40’s. It’s probably because of where we happen to … Continue reading →

I’m grateful I got back on Facebook after more than two years of being off of it…or at least I think I am. So far I’m sticking to my personal goal of spending no more than 15 minutes a day … Continue reading →

Every Monday morning at 10 o’clock, I visit with one of my very dearest friends via phone call. It’s on my calendar, and I look forward to what often turns out to be an hour-long conversation, or more. She is … Continue reading →

Late yesterday afternoon my neighbor-friend came by to see if I wanted to go for a walk, and I was grateful for the invitation. It was a glorious day, the first after almost a week of cold, clouds and rain. … Continue reading →

I’m grateful for the commitment to write daily gratitude (most days.) It has become an important part of my morning routine, and I consider the practice as vital to my sense of well-being as reading Scripture. I started both habits … Continue reading →

I’m grateful for unexpected surprises, and now that I think about it, there were several yesterday! After three days of cold, rainy weather, we were anxious to get out and do something. A ferry ride over to Port Aransas sounded … Continue reading →