This morning as I was struggling (again) to do what I SHOULD do even though I don’t want to, God reminded me of this riddle. Can you guess the answer to the riddle? I am your constant companion. I am your greatest asset or heaviest burden. I will push you up to success or down […]
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Oatmeal Raisin Cookies in the Bible
Hot Oatmeal Raisin Cookies fresh from the oven… did you know they are mentioned in the Bible? They are. Baking them always makes me chuckle as I remember the lesson God taught me a few years back… On another Sunday afternoon, I had baked a quadruple batch of my husband Don’s favorite cookies, oatmeal raisin. […]
Continue ReadingFlaming Boxes pt. 2
“No, don’t burn my boxes!” I cried out as the flames echoed back, “Too late.” My last blog detailed our battle when Don threw away the boxes I was saving. This blog asks a question: “When we disagree, how can we talk things over and connect so we both feel closer to each other, not […]
Continue ReadingBattle of the Boxes
Imagine it—a big disagreement on launch day of my blog featuring a glowing 49th anniversary tribute to Don. It must be a “show and tell” moment showing that a healthy marriage is ongoing hard work, just like maintaining a healthy body, not that I am an expert on either topic. However, I am chronologically credentialed […]
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