On my way to and from work I often turn on the radio and listen to Christen radio stations with teachings or talk radio. I will probably write a couple of posts on some of the different subjects as they have been rattling around in my mind for the past couple of weeks. Here is … Continue reading Where is your treasure?

Have you ever wondered why you are here on earth? What is my purpose? I have been thinking a lot about this lately. It seems like I have been just "floating" through life over the past couple of months. First there was vacation to think about, then we were sick, then there was a holiday … Continue reading Musings on Purpose

After a rough start to the week (I ended up home sick 3 days last week), I was able to recover from the virus just in time for the 4th of July weekend.I have to say that this was the most relaxing and restful weekend I have had in a LONG TIME. On Thursday, July … Continue reading July 4th Weekend

I have been told by some unnamed sources (Uncle David being one) that it has been a while since I have posted anything. It is good to know that at least one person is reading the latest happenings here in Dallas. :-)Actually, I know there are others because as we traveled to WV and PA … Continue reading Reasons for not posting recently

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I normally don't have long posts, but this is one that deserves the time and attention of including every single word. Enjoy.Japan Cracks Down on WaistlinesA rise in diabetes and other ailments is blamed on a growing appetite for sweetsBy Rena SingerU.S. News & World Report, June 4, 2008TOKYO—Sunstar Inc., makers of GUM and Butler … Continue reading Fighting the Bulge — In Japan

Can you believe that it is already summer here in Texas? Or at least it feels like it. Starting Memorial Day and going through the weekend, the temperature was in 90s but with the humidity, it seemed like it was over 100. Last week we went to Fort Worth and walked around and were sweating … Continue reading Summer is Here!

It has been a while since I had a chance to post so I will summarize for everyone. Our neighbor gave us their old "turtle" sandbox since their kids had outgrown it. Colt is going to have tons of fun this summer.Our friend Bridget was in town for Mother's Day weekend and came to visit. … Continue reading Some updates

Last week I posted about the Mother's Day prayers that were provided in our church bulletin and I had hoped that I could share more of these with you but as you know, life kicks in and we get busy so even my posts become more random.BUT, the second prayer on the list was for … Continue reading Joy and Laughter

I recognize that not everyone that reads my blog is a mother, but I thought that I would first honor the mothers and say that God has indeed given each of us both a blessing and responsibility that we will carry throughout our lives. I pray for those that do not have children and have … Continue reading Mother’s Day