SUICIDE: Not a Sexy Subject

I am no expert. I have no specialized credentials or formalized training. What I do have is a special love and concern for law enforcement, the military and their families; the lost, the broken and the hurting. What I am is a daughter of a USAF Pilot, I was a spouse to a law enforcement …

Continue reading SUICIDE: Not a Sexy Subject

Dangerous Territory

Imagine standing in front of a raging river, one so swollen that it has surpassed flood stage. Dangerous, powerful, roaring, unpredictable water. At first glance, it may appear too dangerous of a circumstance to step forward. When in reality it is far more dangerous to not step forward in faith. Sometimes God calls us to …

Continue reading Dangerous Territory

Quick to Judge

One of my most favorite names for Jesus is Teacher. Mary and Martha often called Him Teacher as did the disciples, scribes and Pharisees. We are learning from His teachings each day, or at least we hope we are. The Teacher teaches us through trials, circumstances, relationships, through others (good, bad, indifferent), difficulties, opportunities, provision, …

Continue reading Quick to Judge

Taking the Bait

We should ALL have but ONE enemy- satan. Satan waits and watches. He is a calculated hunter whose primary purpose is to steal, kill, destroy, bait, trap and ensnare us. The bait of satan comes in many forms; the spirit of unforgiveness, bitterness, jealousy, and probably the deadliest bait of all, the spirit of offense. …

Continue reading Taking the Bait

Dignity Restored

I am a single mom to three beautiful boys. February 2015 I underwent a double mastectomy as treatment for breast cancer. Prior to surgery my surgeons, (one-General surgeon and one plastic surgeon) required I purchase a compression vest from a Durable Medical Equipment (DME) provider. Vulnerable, afraid, okay really terrified, I went to the DME …

Continue reading Dignity Restored