I don’t like conflict or confrontation. I much prefer to retreat, hide, and hope things will blow over. Often the conflict in my life is of my own making because I don’t think before I speak. Still, if I can see that I am at fault, it is easier to take than when someone’s anger... Continue Reading →
Keep Your Friends Close and Your God Closer
As a single woman, I often find myself wishing I had a man around to help with various issues. Most recently, I have wished I had a husband around to handle a bully that has cropped up in my life. Daddy taught us girls to defend ourselves against threats to our physical safety and security,... Continue Reading →
No Crusty Hearts This Christmas
What is it about us humans that makes us hold tightly to things that make us unhappy? We nurse our anger and grudges with motherly affection. To forgive others feels like stepping off of the high ground that will ensure our victory. Yet, in not forgiving, though we sense a pleasure in our prideful spirit,... Continue Reading →