I walked my familiar neighborhood route and read the yellow warning sign for the umpteenth time, “Lane Ends. Merge Left.” I typically ignored this sign while walking, though it is quite important when driving, but this day the sign spoke to me in a new way. Life is full of changes and the “Lane Ends….
Category: Personal
Only 5 People
It all began when I ordered a book from a magazine add. After receiving the book, written by a pastor and his wife from Tennessee, they put me on a mailing list to receive their monthly newsletter. One newsletter told of a new ministry they were beginning. In the pastor’s travels, he learned of a…
The Spanish-Speaking Dog
One day I was walking through my neighborhood and a dog began barking. Probably at me. Then a woman began loudly speaking Spanish to this dog. Immediately the dog was quiet. At that moment it occurred to me; this is a Spanish-speaking dog. I had no idea what the woman had said to the dog…
I Love Coffee, Though It’s Not My Fault
I love coffee, though it’s not my fault. It’s my parents’ fault. When I was very young, probably 7 or 8 years old, I would sit at the table with my mom and dad as they drank coffee. My parents allowed me a cup of coffee so I could dunk cookies along with them. I…
Billy Graham and I
Billy Graham and I clicked off another year of life. He and I share the same birthday though he celebrated 45 birthdays before I arrived on the scene. While watching a television birthday celebration for Billy Graham, I was impressed with the outpouring of love and appreciation for him. He has had an amazing life,…
Graduation
I was a 2007 home school graduate. I didn’t graduate as a home school student. I graduated as a home school mom, teacher, principal, superintendent, school janitor, lunch room lady, hall monitor, and all other required positions. My fifteen-year journey ended. The Israelites’ journey lasted 40 years so I didn’t come close to that, but…
Deodorant or Mints?
My daughter and I waited in the Walmart check-out line for what seemed like years. The cashier must have called in sick the day of her training. She was nice and friendly, but quick and competent, she was not. We had plenty of time to inspect the check-out line deals which tried to convince us…
Inviting The Flies
Fire ants have inflicted pain upon me too many times. When I see them, I run for my life. An article in our town newspaper renewed my hope of a better world with fewer fire ants. Researchers from the University of Texas and Texas A & M, bless their hearts, are bringing tiny South American…
The Plague
August 11, 2006, the evening started out nicely. My husband, son and I had received tickets to a Texas Rangers’ baseball game. We enjoyed a Rangers’ win while devouring funnel cakes. It was late when we returned home, and instead of walking a few more steps into our bedroom, my husband and I fell asleep…
My Revelation Of The Fire Ant
I first learned of the fire ant in the pamphlet accompanying the water bill. Days later, I received a visit from a bug guy who wanted to spray our home and yard for every type of imaginable creature. I vividly remember him asking if I had seen fire ants in the yard to which I…