As the leaves begin to deepen their hue, the cooler winds bring in the holiday season. During a time of cheer and good company, it’s easy to get caught up in the whirlwind of endless celebrations. The holiday season brings with it a deeper meaning beyond parties and delicious food,
Our nation is in serious trouble. The United States is quickly becoming the divided states, as signs of disunity and conflicts abound. From family breakdowns, to the immigration crisis, to the abiding racial divide, to Congress’ inability to function, it is clear we are a fraying nation. Add to this
The neighbor’s new car shines in the noonday sun and their smiles cast a shadow on your dented old car. You are not enough. Or at least it feels that way. Words and actions from others supposedly judging your lack might even be mixed with those thoughts ruminating in your
2017 was to be a milestone year. I was turning 50, celebrating 30 years of marriage to my high school sweetheart and our five children were busy striving toward their goals and dreams. In hindsight, though, I don’t think we fully realize that we may take time for granted until
Dating can be scary. Depending on how long it’s been since you have been on a date, you may not have a clue where to begin to find a new mate. The world has moved on in recent years. First came internet dating, which made it significantly easier to meet
A generous trail of transmission fluid followed us for a quarter mile up the rough road to Two Pan Trailhead. Running out of transmission fluid brought an inopportune end to hauling our four horses and gear up to the trailhead where seven of us planned to meet August 12th for
Trusting the Real God to Complete the Work in the Real You When I was sixteen, I volunteered at a retirement home, two nights a week and on Saturdays. My responsibilities were fairly basic. I changed bed linens, cleaned bathrooms, and made tea. I loved it and became very fond
Do you want to create a better understanding and reduce tension? If these are a few of the questions that frequently enter your mind, then read on for some answers. Mothers Are Always Mothers I’d like to attempt to answer the question about why there is tension within the relationship. Mothers
After much prayer and soul searching I relocated to the Greater Atlanta Area from Greenville, SC. It was something I had considered for a while but not seriously until a year after finding myself suddenly single and alone. I had many reasons why it didn’t make sense at this stage
Grandparents today are taking a larger role in the lives of their grandchildren, sharing their worries and joys, giving them love and support, and helping out harried and exhausted parents. With the retirement of the baby boomer generation, there are more grandparents than ever — an estimated 70 million in
By Gloria Rose— The best thing a woman can do to look younger is beef up her eyebrows, declared the beauty website. I made a mental note. The make-up counter sales rep with artificial lashes and shimmery eyelids asked if she could help me. Soon we were trying samples of
Getting some time off work is a wonderful time to kick back and relax for a while. During these fleeting days away from the daily grind and commute, it can be tempting to spend your days lounging around the house and catching up on menial tasks. Every now and again
By Lucy Parks— Watching your daughter get married is one of the most incredible experiences you can have as a parent. Seeing the little girl you raised embark on a new chapter in her life with someone who loves her is a moment to cherish. However, making this special moment
Many of us, when going through tough trials, begin to wonder why those trials are happening. We look for someone or something to blame. We can, if we are not careful, even get angry with God. “God if you really loved me, you would…”, or, “Lord, why me?” How to
“I wonder where heaven is,” Dad sighed. Then after a brief pause, “What do you think it’s like? I know that I have had hope for all these years!” Dad and I sat on his patio in the cool of the morning, watching the birds as we sipped our coffee.
By Carol Doyel – There are some people who leave an indelible mark on your life. My sister is one of those people in my life. She’s no longer with us but she is etched in my heart forever. Sadly, in December 2007 she was found dead in the mountains
There’s nothing wrong with birthday celebrations consisting of cake and party games, but perhaps your kids have already planned those sorts of birthday celebrations for your grandchildren. If you need some ideas for kids’ birthday celebrations that are a little more unique, consider trying these fun activities with your grandchildren
Dating at any age can be complicated, but it feels especially tricky when you’re over 50. Whether you’re newly single, you’ve lost a spouse, or you’ve just never found “the one,” it’s common to have some degree of emotional baggage in your later years. Add to that, the anxiety one
When Laura once again found herself seated alone in the corner booth of her favorite coffee shop she could not hold back the tears. Seeing lovers exchanging gifts and pleasantries over coffee on Valentine’s Day was almost more than she could handle. It’s not that Laura wasn’t happy for the love
Chapter 2: Adamantly Intimate – By Lisa Bevere – Intimacy Brings Wholeness One thing God cannot do is lie. He will not repeat the lies others have spoken over you. He will not allow a lie you’ve spoken over yourself to be called truth. He will not allow a label
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