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Big Girls Don’t Cry?

   Last weekend I attended a women’s conference for women in ministry.  We took a personality style test that revealed how others perceive you.  After twenty-eight questions, I came away with the title of “The Victor” which as I already know fits this type-A, reformed control freak and perfectionist to a tee. The problem started when… Continue reading Big Girls Don’t Cry?

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When You Feel Paralyzed by Perfect

  This week I failed at something I thought was pretty important. You probably wouldn’t consider it much of a failure, nor would anyone else who was around me at the time.  Unfortunately, I’ve spent the past few days replaying it over and over in my mind. Maybe you do that to.  Probably not a good idea… Continue reading When You Feel Paralyzed by Perfect

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Things Wives Wish Their Husbands Would Remember

  I have a great marriage. I needed to clarify this before I begin this post just in case you interpret this as a rant against my husband.  It’s not. My husband is a great man.   However, after over 20 years of marriage, there are still some things that I am surprised he doesn’t understand about… Continue reading Things Wives Wish Their Husbands Would Remember

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When Pain Calls Your Name

 Her tears fell freely as I wrapped my arms around her shoulders near the end of the funeral.  Her young heart filled with sorrow as she processed the loss of a friend-forever in her mind.  Maybe not really forever, but when you are young, a lifetime can feel like forever.  We live each day with… Continue reading When Pain Calls Your Name

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Handle with Care When Speaking for God

  I spend a lot of time talking with parents about raising kids who are “fun to be with.”  Some days I find myself in a similar position as a pastor’s wife trying to help “adult” children learn this art. I love what I do.  However, there are those moments where I find myself shaking my… Continue reading Handle with Care When Speaking for God

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“Did God Really Say…?”

Do you ever find yourself doubting God? As a pastor’s wife, I have discovered that ministry is really hard work.  We all have great dreams when we begin. Things that we firmly believe God has called us to fulfill. But it doesn’t take long before you realize what a challenge it can be!  Eventually you… Continue reading “Did God Really Say…?”

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“Once Upon a Time, There was a Mom…”

Last week I went to an estate sale. This was a first for me.  I was unprepared for the feelings I had walking through that condo touching all the personal things that this woman had collected over the years.  Each item seemed to tell a story about this woman I had never met. My thoughts… Continue reading “Once Upon a Time, There was a Mom…”

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Sister Act or Real Sisterhood?

Last week I was privileged to speak to the women of my church.  We’ve been together for a long time and few things make me prouder than this special group of ladies. They are beautiful testimonies of God’s great grace. It’s hard to believe that there was a time when I dug my heels in the… Continue reading Sister Act or Real Sisterhood?

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Why Am I Doing This Anyway?

“Why am I doing this anyway?” I muttered under my breath while moving about my day.  I was irritated.  Not just a little, but a lot.  I am sure you have had one of those days before.  There are days in ministry where serving people is not really appealing.  I have them less often as… Continue reading Why Am I Doing This Anyway?

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Dealing with Disappointment’s Blow

Nobody likes it when life throws you a sucker punch.  Circumstances happen and we understand that. I can handle those normal disappointments.  But what happens when disappointment’s blow comes from a person close to you? Someone who lets you down… again. What surprises me more is that even when you have become accustomed to those… Continue reading Dealing with Disappointment’s Blow