Posts Tagged ‘friendship’
Make a wish
I sold a property called, “The Dandelion House,” adorned with the theme throughout and even a dandelion painted accent wall. Upon seeing it, my clients decided to write a contract. Before leaving, mom and two little girls closed their eyes, made the wish (that this would be their new home) and blew on the wall.…
Read MoreThat’s Funny Talk Show Coming Soon~
Sally and I are excited to announce our new show is coming your way on YouTube. Despite many setbacks, we are officially launching on August 06, 2024. Please join us for weekly 15 minute episodes. August “That’s Funny” topic is: God never gives us more than we can handle. We’d also love to hear from…
Read MoreSeeking your wisdom and direction
Many of you know Sally Smith from our Overwhelmed Conferences. She’s been a speaker, MC, and healer of broken hearts. Her story has resonated with many. Sally and I have shared a lot of life together, bravely walking through the dark valleys in hopes of scaling joyful summits. We believe that safe and trusted women…
Read MoreCampfire
I’ve taken a girls trip with my best friend, Julieann (AKA Buddy), for seven years and counting. We’ve seen some beautiful places, sharing belly laughs, tears, and simply sitting in the wonder of God’s beauty. It was our last night in South Dakota. Although our days had been packed with adventure, this special night centered…
Read MoreNumber my days
January is my birthday month. Today, I’m reflecting on Psalm 90:12 (NIV): “Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.” I think about the time I’ve already lived. On Sunday, it will be 19,710 days. That number surprises me. It in itself, doesn’t seem very large, but when I…
Read MoreA new name
At an animal shelter, we looked through the glass windows studying the names and faces. Each cubical reflected affectionate looks silently screaming, Choose me, PLEASE! Some dogs had stories, others had no known background. Our gaze met with blue eyes. I chuckled at the sight of him. “Is he a little cross-eyed? He looks like Kevin from the…
Read MoreLife lessons from the South
Once a year, I go on a girls trip with my best friend, Julieann, whom I call “Buddy.” We’ve been friends for over 38 years. This year’s trip was to South Carolina and Georgia. Every time I’m with her, I inadvertently learn new life lessons and discover a deeper dimension within. First, the life lessons…
Read MoreSitting in the void
Zorro, full of life and wearing a black bandit mask, rescued us in 2011. Over a decade of doing life together, he filled spaces in our hearts with love—places we didn’t know that needed tender loving care. So as Zorro’s hips began to weaken over the past few months, David and I honored him each…
Read MoreI wouldn’t change a thing.
An older (or shall I say, wiser) friend texted me yesterday. As we exchanged words, we landed on how time is fleeting. Mesmerized by her response, I lingered. “I wouldn’t change a thing.” So many questions came to mind. Does she live without regrets? How does one get to a point of such acceptance of…
Read MoreWhen all joy is lost
Laughter abounded while visiting with my friend. We shared deeply. Tears formed. I felt her sufferings. Some I hadn’t experienced, others were close to my heart. Life has an ebb and flow; happiness and heartache. And the two can merge like serene ocean and hurricane ravaged land. It can feel like you’ve lost your joy…
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