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What’s the Most Recent Photo on Your Phone?

Photo Op is where Wally confiscates our phones and checks out the last photo we took. Which photo do you like the best? Top-Left: During a meeting, I thought I was playing a prank on Zach but it turns out the joke was on me. -Betty Top-Right: My husband Joey had the scoop on how to get through chopping onions: borrowing my swim goggles! -Bekah Bottom-Left: I found a Minnie Mouse helicopter for $5 and… … Continue reading

5 Things to Say to Someone Who is Hurting

Well meaning people say the funniest things sometimes. I’ve experienced some loss. My Mom passed away when I was in my early 20s, my husband and father of my children died a few years ago, and my Dad a few months after that. My kids and I thought we’d move across the country for a fresh start last year, only to land in a new place with the same old problem: pain. We all get to… … Continue reading

Betty Rock Plays “Michael W. Smith, George Michael, or Will Smith”

The last time Michael W. Smith visited, Betty Rock got very confused when looking at his old photos, thinking that they were pictures of George Michael, or as she said, the “Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go Guy.” This time when he visited, we decided to really put her to the test by having her decide if these photos were pictures of George Michael, Michael W. Smith, or Will Smith. He also shared about his… … Continue reading

13-Year-Old Needed A Kidney & A Dad…He Got Both!

Damien was in need of a hero…He found one in his math teacher! I believe all teachers have a uniquely generous heart! This one is a notch above! FLOOD WARNING FOR YOUR TEAR DUCTS & SURROUNDING AREAS!.!.!. “Teaching kids to count is fine, but teaching them what counts is best!” ~ Bob Talbert    … Continue reading

Zach Williams talks Life-Changing Songs, Beards, and Brand New Music

It’s no secret that music can move our hearts in powerful ways. That’s Jacob’s story. He was ready to end it all when God told him to turn on the radio. A Zach Williams song was playing, and everything changed. When we shared Jacob’s story with Zach, we were surprised to find out that Zach had a similar experience 7 years ago. We also talked about Zach’s new music and played a fun round of… … Continue reading

Like Father, Like…

Happy Father’s Day. I don’t envy the role of Dads who are trying to lead their families well in this culture. Their impact is HUGE. And, it’s a challenging time in which to lead a family. Research has shown us over and over that Dads impact their daughter’s choice in a spouse, and — this is where it gets really heavy — how each of their children perceive GOD. No pressure. “A woman’s early relationship… … Continue reading