I've always been big on planning ahead and knowing what's coming next. Unfortunately, that's not always possible in life. My life, specifically. Just when I think something's settled--a job, a legal matter, a kid's plans--it becomes unsettled. It's not a question of whether troubles will come, it's a question of when. Of course, the lastContinue reading "One a Step at a Time"
A More Settled 2015
As my thoughts wandered over the pages of my very first journal entry for the year, they jumped from idea to idea. I've address hopped, church hopped, and job hopped. So many changes have taken place in all areas of my life this year that I'm not even sure where to start. I've moved andContinue reading "A More Settled 2015"
Buy the Book!
It's here!! It's here!! Simple Organization for Homeschools is finally done and available to order! If you want a paperback in your hand, head on over to Create Space. If you'd rather have an ebook version, click your way to Amazon (actually, wait a few days for it to jump through the right hoops). Then pretty pleaseContinue reading "Buy the Book!"
Brokenness Made Beautiful
"The world breaks everyone, then some become strong at the broken places." ~ Ernest HemingwayContinue reading "Brokenness Made Beautiful"
I Was Worth It
This morning during church, I heard yet another story of a guy who met a girl and gave up, on the spot, his drug addiction in order to be with her. Another guy gave up a 20-year pornography addiction--overnight--when God convicted him to do so to stay with his loving and forgiving wife. Other guysContinue reading "I Was Worth It"
The Valley of the Shadow of Death
"Yea though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; For You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me." ~ Psalm 23:4 Death seems to be everywhere this week. I have heard of several friends of friends whose too-short time on earth came toContinue reading "The Valley of the Shadow of Death"
Jehovah Jireh
Tonight during our church's women's Bible study, my friend Karen shared about the meaning of joy using four specific examples from Scripture. Although we don't know each other well, I felt that each and every example--including the definition--were meant for me specifically at this point in my life. That's a God thing, y'all! Karen's definition:Continue reading "Jehovah Jireh"
Who Do I Want To Be?
Last night, I began my first official week alone in my new townhouse. First thought: panic! Second thought: I can do whatever I want! Third thought: Wait, what do I want? Of course, I had to mention it on my favorite social media site, Facebook. I got quite a few supportive comments, but my friend AliceContinue reading "Who Do I Want To Be?"
Why Not? The Better Question
Ever asked God why bad things happen? To you? To your loved ones? To a whole country? Me too. All the time. But sometimes I wonder if the better question would be, "Why not me?" God never promises us that we'll be exempt from life's hardships. In fact, he pretty much says the opposite. Many reasonsContinue reading "Why Not? The Better Question"
Connection: The Hard Choice
"Let's connect this weekend at church." "Let's meet for coffee next week." Sure, as long as I don't have to share any of my personal issues. I'd love to hear about YOUR struggles, though. Only, real life community doesn't work that way. It's got to be a two-way street. Give and Take. Mutual sharing. YearsContinue reading "Connection: The Hard Choice"
Bethany LaShell 