Monthly Archives: August 2008
Game Day
Tomorrow, people from obscure little towns to major cities around this nation will unite with their team colors of choice in stands, on college parking lots, in sports bars, and in living rooms of friends. To lift up their … Continue reading
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My Momma is so smart y’all.
Obsessive. Sometimes compulsive. But never obsessive-compulsive. This is me on occasion. I’ve been all consumed with John Henry’s Kindergarten experience. Not only academically, but how he relates to others, how he feels about himself, and so on and so forth. … Continue reading
Filed under God Stuff, Motherhood
She said it. She really said it.
Nothing like those little girls. Since John Henry has been in big kid school, Anna and I have been getting a lot of alone time together. It’s always an adventure with some precious moments mingled in there. Here is a … Continue reading
Filed under Kid Stuff, Motherhood
My Favorite Things – Your Favorite Things (1st Edition)
I’ve been intending on writing an occasional post of some of my favorite things and/or some of your favorite things; hence, the title. I’m not sure how often I’ll run ‘em, so we’ll just play it by ear. Okay? Okay. … Continue reading
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East to West.
I’m forgiven. Every day. Because, I do not walk a sinless life, I have to be. And, He freely gives it to me. Yet, many struggle still with this concept. How can the creator of the heavens and the earth, … Continue reading
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Mix Tape
I love music. I know a lot of music. As a matter of fact, a lot of my friends call me for their musical needs. Oh, no. Not to play or sing. Although, I do love belting out “Proud Mary” … Continue reading
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I have hopes.
“Three grand essentials to happiness in this life are something to do, something to love, and something to hope for.” – Jose Addison I couldn’t agree more. The latter essential, “something to hope for”, got me thinking. I have hopes … Continue reading
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Stand by your man (or woman).
On Monday, my friend, Cindy Beall, wrote a great post on “Sweet Talk”. It was a mighty nice reminder to say sweet things about my husband when his name comes up around others – and certainly around him. Probably nothing … Continue reading
Filed under Marriage, Relationships
Olympic events that make me go hmmm.
As a kid, my favorite Olympic event was gymnastics. ‘Cause, if you didn’t love Mary Lou Retton, you were no American. No sir-ee Bob. No doubt, swimming has captured us all this year thanks to the amazing abilities of one … Continue reading
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Loving the hard to love.
I like surrounding myself with fun people. I often avoid those who carry a lot of emotional baggage such as bitterness, addictions, or depression. I avoid people who aren’t nice. Let’s face it. Life is short. Why waste a perfectly … Continue reading
