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My blog is broken into three main categories but I touch on endless topics. To read my posts about these categories just click the buttons below.
The Fishbowl Podcast
The podcast for leaders in ministry and the world
Oozing Everyday
Thoughts on life and faith while “oozing”‘ with the light of Christ
2 Brothers with Hemophilia
The journey of two brothers with Severe hemophilia A
Episode 2: Meet Susan Brumbaugh
Our guest in episode 2 is Susan Brumbaugh. Her husband is a pastor in the United Methodist Church, and he is currently serving as the Provost for the New Mexico Annual Conference. Susan is making a new dream possible through her recent Master's in Counseling and is...
How Our Family Regained Control
There have been seasons when hemophilia became the center of my family’s universe. A bleed would start and before it healed completely, it re-bled, or a new one began. Visits to the clinic for appointments, timed blood draws, unpacking factor and supplies,...
I Long to Follow You
I had the privilege of preaching in my home church this morning. During my study over the week, I spent time with Psalm 119:33-40. I don't know why I've not studied this portion before. It has really hit my heart this week. Psalm 119:33-40 (MSG) God, teach me lessons...
To love and be loved
Big trips. Fancy houses. Early retirement. All of those things sound amazing. They aren't things that are happening in my life, but I will admit that I am envious of people who have these things. I mean, why are we so wrapped up in material things? Yes, there are...
No time for doubt
I am leading a women's retreat next month in Colorado and I have been struggling with my sessions. I am creating a new set of messages that are loosely based on a presentation I give for the bleeding disorder community, "From Doubt to Joy". I initially thought it...
No coincidence…just blessed
I have nothing but great memories from my college days. Attending a small, Christian university exposed me to more life than my little sheltered world in Galena Park, Texas ever did. I learned about different faith traditions, explored my passion for music, and met...
Grudges and Forgiveness
I'll be honest. I've been holding a grudge for several months and it's killing me. I want so badly to shake this person and say, "You had no right!" But I know an apology will not come and there is nothing I can do to fix the situation. It has put distance between me...
Love them anyway
It was a long, couple of days as I traveled to St. Louis to speak at an event. I arrived at the St. Louis airport ready to hunker down for a long wait for my departure home. As I went through security, my boarding pass was checked and moved on to the line to have my...
One Bad Apple
When you are in ministry, you can't please everyone. It's just not possible. Some people will love you and the work you do and others you will never be able to please. Developing a tough skin is necessary, but not easy. I also speak to groups across the country about...
Being an Aunt
Being an aunt is pretty amazing. You play, have your special jokes, go for ice cream and SONIC's, and you love like you never have before. I had the privilege to love two nephews when they were little before my children came along, and it was one of the biggest joys...
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