The dictionary defines the word “copy” as a verb meaning “to imitate the style or behavior of”. That’s a pretty simple definition, right? But, I’ve received mixed signals about copying all my life. When I was in Kindergarten I was given “Copy Work”. The teacher would print letters on a sheet of paper and […]
Change
It has been said that the only constant in life is “change” a quote attributable to the Greek philosopher Heraclitus. With the passing of another year, I have been thinking a lot lately about change. This year is going to bring some big changes into my life; some highly anticipated – an addition to our […]
I Watched a Movie
My husband Kirk and I sometimes have a competition. We see who can pick the stupidest movie. We call it “Stupid Movie Night”. Pretty original, don’t ya think? At the end of each one, we will either say, “I win”, or “you win”. It is our way of watching something without having to think. There […]
The Gift of Presence
Christmas is almost here! If you’re anything like me, you’ve been rushing around trying to find the perfect gifts for your loved ones. But there’s always that one. You know the one. The one that you simply can not think of anything to buy for. My Dad is that one for me. If he […]
The Gifts We Bring
I am crafty – meaning I like to make things. Mostly I like to sew and make things with fabric, but I’ve tried lots of different things with varying degrees of success. My mom was crafty too, she could draw and paint beautifully and she taught me how to sew. I am not very good […]
Jesus Came With His Name
Jesus Came With His Name, Just Like a Cabbage Patch Doll. The holiday season has arrived once again and Christmas is almost here. I don’t know about you, but I sometimes get grumpy this time of year. Christmas feels so commercialized and centered around all the wrong things. As I was growing up, Christmas was […]
I have Heard You
Well, I actually had a blog topic on my mind for weeks, but God had something else he wanted me to share at the last minute. So, the blog about identity will have to wait or it may never get written at all. It is up to the Big Guy. So, as I sat down […]
Don’t Follow Me, Sometimes I Do Stupid Stuff
I laughed loudly yesterday when I saw a bumper sticker that said, “Don’t follow me. Sometimes I do stupid stuff.” I laughed, but then I thought again. So accurate for myself. I mean, don’t we all sometimes do stupid things? If you don’t, that is amazing (and maybe a lie)! 🙂 We have […]
Grief is a (not so) Funny Thing
When my first husband, Stacey, died I remember looking around at all the people driving to work, going out to eat, grocery shopping… living life. My world had come to a screeching halt and they were still carrying on as usual. And I was going to have to carry on too. A few weeks later, […]
Don’t Worry
Last night my husband told me “You worry too much”. It’s not the first time I’ve heard it and no doubt it won’t be the last either. We are in the process of readying our house to put it for sale. I have lists and I like to check things off my list. It feels […]