Tag Archives: Surrender

Expected vs. Given

We’ve all been there; we have great expectations for a date, a vacation, a party or even weather. And when the time comes it is “less than”. This summer Tom and I had great expectations for time away in New … Continue reading

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When Love Feels Hard

Marriage isn’t always what we pictured on our wedding day. Some seasons feel more like dry, cracked ground—where misunderstandings pile up, hearts grow distant, and love feels like a duty, not a delight. I’ve been there. And if you’re honest, … Continue reading

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I Surrender….All?

Today we head home. I am torn–ready to be back to our special place in this world, but not wanting to say goodbye yet again to my daughter, son-in-love and precious (now 3) grandchildren. 🙂 But I have another daughter, … Continue reading

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