"Why am I here?" "I don't belong here Lord." "What is it that you need to tell me in North Carolina that you couldn't have told me in California?" "Did I mention yet that I don't belong here?"These questions were my constant dialogue between the Lord and me while I was at She Speaks.At least all day Friday.I was scheduled for two publishers … [Read more...]
She Speaks- She Eats
Oh North Carolina I miss you so....my first taste of the South and I am grieving my return to California. The precious ladies, the laughter that kept us up late at night, and the food, Oh Lord what delicious food.I ate my first grits in the company of Fanny, a beautiful black woman from the area. She made sure to show me how to eat them, never with … [Read more...]
My heart is ready to burst!
It's times like these that I wish I were one of those amazingly descriptive fiction writers....I want to share every moment of this weekend at the She Speaks conference with all of you. It was one of the most transforming trips of my life. So get ready, I plan on talking about it ALL week long! So forgive the high school type content, capitals and … [Read more...]
Children for sale!
My four little chickadees are now home for the summer. I used to think that with my children out of diapers, not needing to be put down for naps, and with the added blessing of not worrying about leaving chokable items in their reach, my tough parenting days were behind me.Not a chance.I have included for your reading enjoyment, a quick dialogue … [Read more...]
Sings My Soul Saturday
If you had any idea how many times I played this song before I left on my trip this weekend you would have me committed. I could have written these words myself. Well, not really, I don't have a musical note in my body...but if I did these words would be my hearts cry.Hillsong United is one of the most gifted Christian musical talents around in my … [Read more...]
A little perspective…
My friend Gina at Chats with an Old Lady had me in tears on Wednesday morning. I had to share with you. Just click on her name in the above sentence.You will be blessed... … [Read more...]
Laced With Grace
I'm over here today. … [Read more...]
A little kiss from God…
At church on Sunday, my friend Kim's daughter pushed a lovely little gift bag into my hands. As my friend walked up she told me, "Happy belated birthday." Actually, Kim didn't forget my birthday in February, but she is one of those friends who has a generous and thoughtful heart. We each have four children and haven't had a moment to hang out … [Read more...]
When Man Said No…God Said YES.
Is there a burning passion, a calling on your life that you can’t express in words? Is there something that you enjoy doing that never feels like work?One of the gifts the Lord has blessed my husband with is the gift of teaching, so it was no surprise that even after his law degree he still desired to teach. Not the words I really wanted to hear … [Read more...]
Laced With Grace
I'm over here today. … [Read more...]
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