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Pain Multiplies Mercy
A few hours ago, I awoke from a dream I felt was a blessing. A man who had deeply influenced our lives for God was handing my husband one red rose,…
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Jesus’ Most Common Teaching
Recently, while doing a simple Bible search, I discovered something in the life of Jesus that brought me to a full stop. It stunned me, and I’m still trying to process…
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I Can’t Do This
My story starts in 2015 when I became caretaker and overseer of my brother Bill. We had 10 children in the Thomas clan. After Momma died in 1965 and Dad in…
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Backtracking to the Woods
We had a decision to make: go through or backtrack and find another option. Because of our disinterest in trudging through winter-cold water, soaking our shoes and socks, and possibly catching…
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Lettuce and Peas, Please
Today’s the day, or so says my mom’s printed copy of the 2023 The Old Farmer’s Almanac. If I am to plant lettuce and peas under moon-favorable conditions and timing and…
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Move. That. Rock.
When I noticed this barely-outta-the-ground crocus lifting a *heavy* rock into the air, my mind began racing with all the motivational, inspirational, you-are-stronger-than-you-think-you-are words I could type. WHAT IF, I thought,…
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