Words of Hope: Modern Day Pilgrim’s Progress

If you read my Dad’s Words of Hope you will see how much he cared for those going through depression or cancer. Dad struggled with depression, and he understood the tenacious hold depression can have on a life and...

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Words of Hope: Cities

I have been fortunate enough to visit many cities around the world such as Cape Town, Barcelona, and Prague. Each city has its own vibe and story. You can see it on the faces of the people. When I...

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Words of Hope: Ambition

I have been wrestling with the word ambition. The definition of it makes it more complex. In some definitions it says ambition means “aspiration, intention, goal and aim.” These are worthy words. In another definition, ambition is defined as...

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Words of Hope: Oklahoma City

Oklahoma City is not my favorite in terms of beauty. The water is brown, much of the city is worn down and the tree in our Spokane backyard is prettier than the entire urban sprawl. We call it “uglyhoma...

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Words of Hope: Culture Wars

I have frustration at the hypocrisy and moralism of certain forms of Christianity in America’s extreme right. Men measuring the skirts of young girls and calling these young women sinners is appalling. On the other hand, I am frustrated...

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Words of Hope: Fiery Furnace

My youngest child Bella and I only have a few months left together before she launches off to college and a brand-new life. We do a devotional together each day. One day I bring the topic, the other day...

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Words of Hope: Losing My Head

My husband Shann and I had a bit of a spat in Oklahoma City after our daughter's junior recital. After all the planning, there was an issue with the video recording of the event. The sound worked but her...

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