Monthly Archives: March 2012

Martha, Martha

Today in my readings I came across this passage: “Mary sat at the Lord’s feet listening to what he said. But Martha was busy with all the things that had to be done. She came to Jesus and said, “Lord, … Continue reading

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My Water Walk Experience

Today I walked in the Portland Walk for Water. All the money raised will go to Portland Global Initiatives, which will team up with World Vision to provide safe water for schools in Rwanda. Nathan and I got there a … Continue reading

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Portland Water Walk

Having clean, safe water be available to everyone in the world has been a concern/passion of mine for a while now. It just bewilders me why we (as in humanity in general) can’t get it together enough to help those … Continue reading

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I Feel Like A Kid Again

The snow is falling. Yes, we’re only a few minutes away from March 22nd. I have to admit that my first thoughts once I realized that the snow was sticking were about how it would mess up my plan for … Continue reading

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Art Lessons From the Creator

I’ve been noticing more and more recently how much my son wants to emulate my husband and me. He is 17 months now, and is becoming more physically capable of actually doing things on his own. He can wash his … Continue reading

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A New Spin on Repentance

I’ve been reading The Ragamuffin Gospel by Brennan Manning. I’m not finished with it yet, but so far it has been a great read. It’s really made me think, and I think Manning has a really excellent view on the … Continue reading

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What Do I Have In Common With Moses?

I was reading from Exodus today during my morning prayers. It is actually a continuation from yesterday’s reading where Moses encounters the burning bush, and therefore, comes face to face with God. After getting over his surprise that the bush … Continue reading

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Where’s My Motivation?

You know that place inside you that gives you hope and energy and the will power to get things done? I feel like mine has gone missing…or maybe just on vacation. This last week (despite all the wonderful things that … Continue reading

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New Eyes

I wonder why it takes a child’s perspective for me to really open my eyes to the world around me. So many things that I just pass by every day without noticing hold so much wonder and excitement for my … Continue reading

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February Readings

February was a pretty good reading month for me. I still find that I have way too many books I’d like to read than what I have time for. I have to prioritize by when it becomes available at the … Continue reading

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