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Beginning of July
July always starts out bittersweet. Today is my Dad’s birthday. The memories of him are strong and fine. As I bow my head today, it is with profound gratitude that he’s my father. I mean – I had no say in the whole thing; but if I did, I wouldn’t have wanted any other. God willing, we will be together again. I’m counting on it. RG
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Rain Day Sunday
So today was supposed to have worked out differently. Perhaps I should have known to tread cautiously when the power went out twice – even before the thunderstorm arrived! Maybe it was a warning? Anyway, in typical “Rose” fashion, I was off to church, humming and thinking happy thoughts. Until… Ok, I’m just going to vent for a minute. Church should be a place of encouragement and enlightenment, right? I really, REALLY wish teachers who feel a burden to teach on marriage would open it up beforehand and allow those of us not in that “situation” to opt out. God has made us all different. As I sat there, struggling,…
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First Book Trip
It has been a while since I’ve written. Much has happened! Yes, Book 1 – “The Call of Love” is on Amazon. I’ve relocated to Dallas, closer to work at my “day job”. It’s been an amazing, productive and happy time. I’m truly blessed. The next big thing is an upcoming trip to Elephant Butte, NM next month! I’ll be signing books and seeing some very, very dear friends. I’m so excited – I can hardly wait. Book 4 is nearly half done! It’s my goal to have it completed by the end of this year. Also, I’m hoping to have Book 2 – “The Call to Damascus” published before…
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Heart Health
How many times a day does our heart beat? Hopefully at least once more, right? How often do we consider what’s really inside our heart – what we believe? Our beliefs propel us in and out of situations. Our beliefs guide us and direct us. Inside our heart we store up countless memories, thoughts and desires. In my continuation of “my one word”, ALL – here is a beautiful admonition for us. “Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.” Proverbs 4:23 NIV
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Full On
Years ago, I picked a Hotmail address – it was Go Full On. I still have it, even though Hotmail has been assimilated into Outlook. FULL ON. Don’t do something half-way. Don’t be tepid. Give it your ALL. That’s my mantra this year. I’m all in. There is going to be no midway with me. It’s all or nothing. Carpe diem, baby! I am going to love with everything I have – write with all that is in me – sing loud, strong and happy. I’m going to play, worship and live with abandon. ” Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and…
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Trailways
When the sun came up today It showed the way – and it was clear. The trail was bright, illuminated and interesting. Nothing will hinder the course set before. Today is like no other. No yesterday. No tomorrow – Merely now. – RG
