Author Archives: Dusty Takle
Ordination Sunday.
It happened. I became a girl Reverend. My oldest awakened from his slumber yesterday morning and the first words out of his mouth were, “Congratulations, Mom.” Be still my beating heart. Anna just seemed to think that the fact her … Continue reading
Filed under God Stuff, Spiritual Journey
Becoming Aware of Him.
I love Him. Not just the Hands that provide for me. Not just the Voice that guides me. Not just the Arms that calm me. I love HIM. His character. WHO He is. Because, He is holy, I want to … Continue reading
Filed under God Stuff, Spiritual Journey, Writing
Breaking the Dangerous Cycle.
One of my friends and mentors, Penny Doss, is full of wisdom. I like to draw from that wisdom as often as possible. We recently engaged in a conversation about difficult relationships. We can see people as either dangerous or … Continue reading
Filed under God Stuff, Relationships
Girl Interrupted.
Kris is watching Discovery Channel’s Moonshiners right beside me. What is this guy in the hat and overalls saying? Anna-pedia walks in to let us know that the Whale Shark is the largest species in the ocean and has 3000 … Continue reading
Filed under God Stuff, Kid Stuff, life, Relationships, Writing
It’s 2012!
Hello friends! And, Happy New Year! Resolving to write more this year, I decided to kick it off today. Here’s a recap of 2011 from the Takle five: John Henry. Well, he’s just a really good kid. His compassion for … Continue reading
Filed under Kid Stuff, Life Experiences, parenting, Spiritual Journey
38 Reasons
Had Anna Takle held off another 1.5 hours, she would have shared her birthday with my favorite man. And, clearly, her favorite man, too. Kris Takle is 38 today. That calls for 38 reasons I love Kris Takle: 1. Generosity. … Continue reading
Seven Is Golden
I love you. I mean, I love everything about you. I even love how you scare me a little before you open your mouth, and I have no idea what you are about to tell someone. I love your tenacity. … Continue reading
Filed under Kid Stuff, Motherhood, Uncategorized
Turning the Other Cheek Isn’t So Easy On the Playground.
We try to make discipleship a part of life conversations in our house. Sometimes, we see it playing out really well. You know, we see them practicing forgiveness, being generous, and other awesome things the Bible teaches. Other times, we … Continue reading
Unraveling.
There are seasons in our lives when it seems the world is caving in around us. There are days where anything that can go wrong, does. There are moments we are sure that one more blow is going to take … Continue reading
Filed under God Stuff, life, Spiritual Journey
Nine.
Is it possible for a dude to be funny, smart, generous, and cool all rolled up into one? Clearly, it is. And, tonight, you will go to bed an eight year old, and wake up tomorrow morning nine years old. … Continue reading
Filed under Kid Stuff, Motherhood
