“I Do” – Take 4?!
I am wrestling this week with a variety of emotions regarding Jim’s “family”. I did not anticipate the jumble of events after Jim died. How could I?! People whom I have called family for 30+ years continued to be involved in my life and the lives of my kids. We continued to celebrate holidays together.…
Life as a Thank you 31
Today is National Aunts & Uncles Day. In honor of the people I call my aunts and uncles, I thought I would send a big shout out and thank you! This week is a bit different than a single thank you note as I share my gratitude for Aunt Janie, Aunt Kitty, Aunt Crystal, Aunt…
Motivation
I have taught people the importance and steps to motivating someone to learn. I have struggled with staying motivated with certain projects but nothing stopped me in my tracks more than my son telling me he lacks any motivation. So what do I say to him to help him get motivated?! Here are some of…
Life as a Thank you 23
Dear David, I am working on becoming a more grateful person and so I am working on the discipline of writing thank you notes each week. In honor of your 50th I wanted you to know how thankful I am for you. Growing up I always wondered what it would be like to have an…
Mock Rock 2016
Clayton was part of Biola’s mock rock this spring. Here is the link to the Bropoc video. Can you find him? http://dl.ucmvideo.com/KB0n/2GSV0oYa
Short and Sweet
I am full today as I think about my family, both nuclear and extended. Jim has been gone “too long” (5 1/2 years exactly or 2008 days) but I make it though each day by God’s grace. I see Jim’s legacy in surprising and meaningful ways and I am proud to carry that legacy on.…
One Year Anniversary!
Happy Anniversary! April 11, 2016 One year later! It’s crazy how marriage has the propensity to set the course of your life. Even when circumstances are filled with trouble and weakness, marriage provides the strength to face the worst, while holding hands with the best. You two have one year under your belt. Many people…
Life as a Thank You – 10
How do I even begin to thank my mom without sounding trite or sappy. Mom, I know I have expressed my gratitude more than once over the years for all the things you have done for me, and I know it won’t be my last thank you to you, but in my effort to write…
Happy Birthday to Clayton #20!
Dear Clayton. My baby. My sweet son. It is so hard to believe that it has been 20 years since you were born. I know that the days often seem slow but the years fly by; and it as I reflect on all the moments I have missed I wish I could stop time and…
Spouse Day!
Today is recognized as Spouse day. It originated as a nod to military spouses but is set aside recognize the value of your spouse, being thankful for the support and security of this unique long term relationship. Speaking as one who misses hers, please cherish one another as long as you can!