“Look at her. She is a dream come true. Sweet. Respectful. Gorgeous smile. Everyone who meets her likes her. She seems to be enjoying our time together. I think I want to court her seriously. I could honestly see myself spending the rest of my life with her. What is stopping me? All fingers and common sense points towards us making a go at this friendship, but something is nagging at me. Almost like unfinished business in my gut. What is making me hesitate? It is not the Lord. I have prayed about this relationship and feel confident in moving forward. My mentors and family are on board. What … [Read more...]
Seven Relationships Killers (Fear Week, Part 1)
They are coming for you. Sneaking quietly up the stairs. They know where you sleep. They want to butcher... your... relationships! Okay, so I have never seen a horror movie in my life (and do not intend to). ~smile~ Even the eerie music on the tame Matlock television series makes me turn my head (no, I am not kidding!). So, forgive my pitiful attempts to freak you out! What can I say? I will always choose romantic comedies, light-hearted dramas, and Disney cartoons over anything with blood and gore. (Always.) Still, with Halloween coming up, it seems fitting to talk about the … [Read more...]
Experience Friday: Carter Mountain Orchard
Fall is in the air! Oh, when I think about how I used to let the seasons slip past me, I want to travel back in time and shake myself. “Stop thinking about boys! Stop worrying about whether or not you will get married someday. Look at the world around you, Heather! Get your head out of the clouds, go outside, and enjoy the clouds – and the beautiful leaves, and the cool breeze, and the autumn smells!” Since there is nothing I can do about the years I spent in La La Land, I can make up for lost time now by throwing open the windows, crunching through the leaves on an afternoon walk, … [Read more...]
What Your Failures at Love Taught Me about Relationships (An Open Letter to a Special Lady)
Dear Someone Incredibly Special... ... someone I miss more now than I did when I first lost you. We did not spend much time talking about your past. I never really heard you speak of your pain, your joy, or your regrets. You did not teach me in the traditional way, but you still taught me. Oh, what you taught me. I can only hope that when you reached the end of your life, you saw your accomplishments and not your failures. Some would point fingers and say, “Wow, four marriages. There must be something wrong with you!” But, those people do not know you. Each story has more than one side. … [Read more...]
Adorning Your Home with Scripture
Have you ever considered covering your home in Scripture? My former boss said her house was literally built on the Word of God. Though I do remember exactly, I think she said there was Scripture written beneath her front door. ~smile~ Psalm 119:11 says, “I have stored up your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you.” Filling your home with Scripture (through artwork, vinyl lettering, etc.) is another way to hide God’s word in your heart. Not only that, but it will bless your children and any guests you entertain. When the time comes to decorate your home, you can prayerfully … [Read more...]
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