New Favorite Author

Just discovered a Christian author who writes "seatbelt suspense". I've read four of her books in the last three weeks. She is awesome!

Her name is Brandilyn Collins. She has authored many books but I decided to give her "Kanner Lake Series" a try. I was definitely not disappointed! Finding the time to read a few of the books in one or two sittings greatly increased the suspense of the story.

The series consists of "Violet Dawn", "Coral Moon", "Crimson Eve" and "Amber Morn". These fast-paced page turners will hold your attention until the very end.

As Brandilyn says "strap yourself in tight and don't forget to breathe".

Birthday weekend

Can't say that everything in life is perfect (who can?) but God is faithful and I'm so thankful for all I have.

Tomorrow is my birthday and I'm so grateful to be home. Spending my special day with my family is about the best present I could receive! :)

We are going to see "Fireproof" on Monday and I'm very excited! I've heard great things about the movie. See a preview here: Fireproof

Have a great weekend everyone!!

Everlasting God

God's Promises

In the midst of:

My husband's four month job search..... God promises He is our provider

My husband's diagnosis of Parkinson's Disease..... God promises He is our healer

Our sweet little dog's diagnosis of a tumor in the bladder ....God promises He is our comfort and peace


The Psalms have been a great comfort to me lately. Even "in the midst" of life's problems, I feel peace in my heart and mind. God is good!

Rush Hour Traffic

I love being back in Colorado Springs. But one thing I do not love is the traffic! I guess I'm spoiled....for years I did not have to drive to work on an interstate during rush hour.

This has been a real test of faith. God is good and has protected and blessed me on every trip to work and home.

Thank goodness I don't live in a larger city! :)

Rocky Mountain High

One of my favorite destinations has always been the mountains. Growing up in Colorado, I have many fond memories of camping trips, hikes and enjoying the outdoors.

Yesterday we took a day-trip to the mountains. It thrills my heart to start climbing in elevation up Ute Pass (Highway 24), winding between the rocky, red foothills and enjoying the fresh mountain pine scent.

As we drove from Woodland Park to Deckers, we discussed the possibility of living in the mountains some day. Neither one of us are particularly social and we could survive a week at a time in a mountain retreat beyond the outside world. We envision a cabin on a secluded road overlooking some of the most beautiful scenery in the world.

God only knows if this fantasy will ever become reality, but it is fun to dream.

Family time

I've always missed my family and longed to live closer to them. God answered that prayer this year when we moved back to Colorado Springs.

Now I spend most Saturdays at Mom and Dad's. We eat, I do laundry and we play Mexican train dominoes. Not the most exciting things in the world but I enjoy spending time with them.

I was extremely blessed to share Mother's Day and Father's Day with Mom and Dad this year. (a very rare occurrence) And I'm definitely looking forward to other holidays with them, especially Thanksgiving and Christmas.