In our hectic lives today peace is often labeled as something that comes to us or that is granted to us. Like a fragile glass ornament that we have to condition our lives and atmosphere around in order to see manifested. But is that biblical? Is that true? Peace is manifested to us through theContinue reading “Got Peace?”
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I Ain’t Got a Leg to Stand on…
I Ain’t Got a Leg to Stand on… If you have followed my blog for any amount of time you know the struggle with my leg. Not my real one, my fake one. I truly do not even understand how something that isn’t even real can constantly send you such unhealthy vibes. First I haveContinue reading “I Ain’t Got a Leg to Stand on…”
Amputee Stories from the Gym
Since I began exercising at the YMCA nearly a year ago I have gathered many stories and interesting moments along the way there. When you have one leg and are new to a place you quickly become a superstar and everyone learns your name…or at least that you are the “girl with one leg”. ItContinue reading “Amputee Stories from the Gym”
Do You Want To Be GREAT?
Do You Want To Be GREAT?This was written in honor of our small group. I have enjoyed growing with each of you and learned so much from you in the way of praising God, accountability, self-discipline, and growth. Blessings to each of you!*If you are approaching this as a devotional I suggest reading Hebrews 11-12:4Continue reading “Do You Want To Be GREAT?”
Staying Shadowed
Rick and I lead a small group with church every few weeks as a way to get in the Word and connect in life-giving relationships. We have been using a technique called “Lectio Devina”(Latin for Divine Reading) which was introduced to me by our Pastor, Mervin Charles. Graham Cooke describes this as “…an ancientContinue reading “Staying Shadowed”
Friends First
Friends First – Miracles Second Through many years as a Christian I have heard the story of Lazarus in many sermons. It seems to be a universal bible story that most people, however unfamiliar with the bible, are at least faintly acquainted with. Jesus raised Lazarus from the dead. That was a great thing. ItContinue reading “Friends First”
The Woven Scarlet Thread of Romance
The Woven Scarlet Thread of Romance It is always about this time of the year that everyone around me is posting love poems, pictures, and romantic things. Not that there is anything wrong with that, I’m actually quite the romantic myself and do the same. My husband and I were joking a few weeks agoContinue reading “The Woven Scarlet Thread of Romance”
20 Top Strange (and Actually said!) Things NOT to Say to Amputees
20 Top Strange (and Actually said!) Things NOT to Say to Amputees We all have moments where we stick a foot in our mouth (pun intended). When you have only one foot the moment can be even more awkward. Here is my top 20 list of things that are said to me, an amputee,Continue reading “20 Top Strange (and Actually said!) Things NOT to Say to Amputees”
Implementing Hope
“Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but a longing fulfilled is a tree of life.” Proverbs 13:12 Hope Deferred The verse above hit me like a ton of bricks. Now, I GET it. So many years I have heard this verse preached as a form of medicine to treat depression or hard times. Even moreContinue reading “Implementing Hope”
Paste that Pad in!
Paste that Pad in! When someone is getting a new prosthetic device customized (especially at a hip-level) there are a few weeks of trial and error where the patient wears the new leg out and about while taking notes about any discomfort. As time goes on the prosthetist may stick a pad in here orContinue reading “Paste that Pad in!”
Crutchprints in the Sand 