It seems that every other week our headlines are filled with stories about race in America. From black people being killed by police, white women who 'feel' black, and comments about Mexicans being 'rapists' and 'drug dealers', we are inundated with facts, opinions, video clips, etc. on race in America. Well here's what I think...and …
On Being Cute
Say hello to my two friends, Bootsie and Richie. We began our relationship about 3 months ago after I finally saw a podiatrist about my foot. I think we can all agree that there's nothing cute about either one of these foot accessories, right? You know what else isn't cute? Pain. You know what I'm …
Restless Spirits
A couple of days before we left for our trip I got sick. Leave it up to me to come down with an ear and sinus infection that required a steroid shot, antibiotics, and a six day dose of steroids. Now don't get me wrong, I felt better; but, the problem with steroids is they …
Wherever You Go
While on our trip we had to chance to check out a comedian by the name of Mutzie. The night before his show he did a preview and he was hilarious. We decided to check him out and he delivered. He started out with the usual comedic fare, moved on to the audience, and then …
Cruising Together
For our 10 year anniversary Jacob and I decided we should take a trip...alone. It isn't our first long trip without the kids and it definitely won't be our last. Why? Because marriage is hard, and takes work, and when you add kids to the equation it gets harder. Statistically, the odds aren't necessarily forever …
Sisterhood
Growing up I always wanted a sister. While I love my big brother dearly, he's not a girl. I wanted somebody to talk about boys with, show off my outfits to, and watch chick-flicks with. He wasn't doing any of that. After being burned by some folks in my teen years I decided that having …
The Power of Prayer
Today at the end of my Sunday School class my son asked if he could pray. I said yes, not sure of what would come out of his mouth. He started out with, 'Dear Heavenly Father,' then paused and said he was trying to recall what his daddy always says. I chuckled to myself and …
Seen and Not Heard
With all the noise around us we sometimes miss what the little people in our lives are trying to say...
What I Know about Marriage
It's hard. It's hard because everyday, as I pursue a better walk with Christ, I'm working to be a better wife. And that requires that I die to myself...daily. That means that sometimes I can't have what I want, as a Christian and as a wife. For example, if I had it my way I'd …
Thigh Dimples
Right after my 21st birthday I went on a quest to lose weight and get healthy. I worked out 4-5 days a week, watched my calories and fat, and limited my intake of added sugar. I was very successful and lost almost 90 pounds! But I still had gigantic thighs. Now, 14 years later (yikes), …