13 Prayers

Don’t start whining… I hate whining. When my kids were little, i learned early on that I wasn’t a fan of whining. And repeated whining — or repeated questions - really set my teeth on edge. My solution? I established my “3-Time Rule.” If you’ve already asked - and gotten … [Read more...]

I found the exit. I’m retired - so I guess that’s one form of an exit. It wasn’t slavery, but it was hard work. I’m writing this in May, during Teacher Appreciation Week, and I posted my teaching stats: 🍎 39 years 🍎 6 districts, 1 twice 🍎 3 school levels (Elementary, … [Read more...]

When your dad IS bigger Bigger is better. Have you ever heard a child brag their dad was bigger? Stronger? I don’t know that I ever said that, although I’m sure I thought it more than once. After all, my dad was known to go to my high school (during class change time, of … [Read more...]

It’s not too bright to offer God excuses about what He’s calling you to do. But then again, I’m not always the brightest bulb in the box… and I’m pretty good at coming up with excuses. While in High School, I first planned to do something with my music. (Have I mentioned I … [Read more...]

Sometimes people need time off. And I’m one of those time off needing people for now. Due to family concerns that are wearing on my personal health, I am stepping back from the blog for 1-2 months. Time out. Or time off. I am continuing my study of the Old Testament … [Read more...]