Blog
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
My Bead of Courage BoyI absolutely love the Beads of Courage program. My son Caeleb "aka Christian" has participated in the program for the past few years at the University of New Mexico Children's Hospital. He was selected as the 2015 Honored Bead Member...
The Round, Red Carpet
Yesterday was a day that will forever be burned into my memory. It was the day that I spoke to an audience of over 1,500 people; the day that I shared my heart and passion not just for my sons with hemophilia, not just for the hemophiliacs infected with HIV during...
A Red Ribbon
I made a red awareness ribbon and pinned it on my jacket. I've worn ribbons for causes before, but this time it's different; more meaningful. The red awareness ribbon represents many different causes but this weekend I will be wearing it for...
What If? And a Little Doubt
I followed the directions and suggestions of the TED coaches to make sure I was on track with my talk. "Focus on content and your big idea….come to at least 3 sessions" - 5 weeks "Focus on gestures, voice, props…come to at least 2 sessions" - 3 weeks "Focus on...
Answering
I am at a time in my life where I am in absolute awe and amazement. I look back and think about the moment I walked up on stage at my High School graduation to deliver the student address. Why in the world did I think I could do that? I never saw it as a goal, I...
Forgetting to Worship
I realized something in church today. First of all, it was a fantastic service! We had a combined service with hymns and praise music had the “Blessing of the Backpacks” and passed out Bibles to our 3rd graders. I played special music with a new friend who is a...
19 Months
January 2014Dad and “Christian” go to the local Monster Truck Rally. Do you notice his knee is bent? That was looking good for that day. He was not able to get anywhere without the wheelchair.February 2015I am walking with both of my boys through the...
Sharing or Self-Serving?
This morning I did something I’ve not done in a very long time. I played my oboe at a new church. My new friend, “D” and I have decided to hold each other accountable and get our “chops” back in shape by playing chamber music together. She is an amazing pianist who...
I AM
I love leading women’s groups. I have had many opportunities to lead weekend retreats, workshops, support groups and small studies. There is just something about women being together that is magical. We know each other in a special way. When I lead a women’s event...
What is Normal?
A post from my hubby today :)I am sitting beside my youngest son. As I write this he is fiercely doing battle with a dragon; sword in hand. Yes, it is a video game. I look at the clock with a complete awareness that he should be in school in about 8...