Some of you know that when deadlines hit, I hit a wall. Some folks excel under pressure. I fold. Some people like the thrill of competition. I concede. For those of you who thrive with goals and deadlines—you have my deepest respect and congratulations. For those who struggle—as I do—with meeting demands when the clock is ticking, keep reading. I …
Near-Sighted, Far-Sighted, God-Sighted
I used to work with eyeballs. My first big-girl job in 1989 was with an optometrist, who taught me basic technical skills to measure a patient’s visual acuity. When my husband went to seminary, I worked for an ophthalmologist as his scribe—following him from exam to exam, writing every word of his findings for his 60-80 patients a day. Whew! …
Dealing With the Green-Eyed Monster
Here’s honesty for you…I’m cranky about Mother’s Day. I’m a mother that won’t get to see my moms, my daughters, or my grandkids. Harrumph! 😕 What’s worse? I’m fighting the Green-Eyed Monster–jealous of those who get to hug and love on my mom, my daughters, and my grandkids. Isnt’ that TERRIBLE?!?!?! Jealousy is an ugly thing. I’d much rather call it …
Are You Blessed Too Much?
How many times have you started a conversation with, “Hi! How are you?” Has anyone ever replied: “I’m so blessed that I’m miserable”? That would be my reply if you asked me that question today—and for the past few months. I’m adjusting to the new world of blessing in which the Lord has placed me. How can blessings make us …
Author Interview–Welcome, Carole Towriss!
What Did You Do For Christmas Fun? I read a GREAT BOOK! With my first draft on book #5 finished (Pharaoh’s Daughter–the one that drew Moses from the Nile), I had a couple days to read for pleasure. What is my favorite fiction genre? Biblical novels, of course! I have a few more tweaks to make on my manuscript before …
What I Love About “The 10 Commandments Movie” – Part 2
Have you ever tried to create a story? Young or not-so-young, our daughters have always loved it when their daddy tells them stories…because they get to help create the plot. Whether at bedtime or on a long journey, Roy begins by saying: “In a land far, far, away, there lived a little girl named…” Our girls would squeal and giggle …