As I continue to think about the passing of actor Phillip Seymour Hoffman…yes, it seems to be yet another instance of someone insanely talented, with the world at his feet, awards on his mantle, and yet, a longing for something more- chasing the dragon, needing that high… …what pains me more than the actual tragedy is the continually heavy handed judgment that has come down from many who have written him off as just another “godless junkie”…

Hilarious Texts from Moms - mom.meThey may have smart phones, but they’re not always that tech savvy:  Here are some great texts from moms, courtesy of mom.me.  Enjoy

Sometimes the most loving thing we can do is say no to somebody who hasn’t heard that word in way too long. If “no” is right, “no” is love. -Beth Moore

I once heard a wise man say “God never promised us sleep…He promised us rest.  If you’re up because you can’t do either…might I suggest a familiar passage of the bible:  Psalm 23.  Here’s a little sum’ sum’ I’ve shared before, but it’s always good for a refresher:  Psalm 23: broken down for ya… The Lord is my Shepherd, That’s Relationship! I shall not want- That’s Supply! He maketh me to lie down in green…

My father is the sweetest, most kind-hearted man you’ll encounter; so any memory or story of him losing his cool seems a bit foreign to me. About 20 years ago, he was a crisis counselor at a school for girls.  Not a snooty, high-brow, preppy kind of school…nope.  These are girls who are knocking at the back door of the prison system if left without some sort of guidance. Average in stature, Daddy would often…

Thanksgiving and Holiday Cooking Hotlinesbecause you know you’ll need at least one of them