Let us NOT shrink back

Most people know that I am a political junkie of sorts. My television is permanently programed to Fox News Channel and I listen to the whole gammet of conservative talk radio in the car. You better believe that this past election cycle really got my blood boiling! So much so that I have become very passionate about encouraging Christians to wake up and pay attention to the legislation that is brought forth in Washington. Today I will spare you and not go into the nitty gritty of all my woes concerning this world we live in. However, I do encourage … Continue Reading »»

I’m Back!

What a great day to worship! The weather was crystal clear and the leaves on the trees are bright fall colors. At church they asked us to write on a piece of paper somthing that we are presently struggling with. We then put it in a basket and someone else randomly picked a piece and prayed for that person who wrote their struggle. I have to say that I really couldn’t find a huge burden or a struggle to write down… Doesn’t this sound crazy that I couldn’t find a thing? Even in the midst of the upheavel that has … Continue Reading »»

Lose the ‘Tude

My sister used to say, “Lose the ‘tude” whenever I had a sassy attitude or when we were fighting. She is always coming up with funny little quips to say and this one just poped into mind after reflecting on the past month. Life is getting so much better in the Martin house. We have somewhat of a schedule with little Grayson and he is lighting up the home with his smiles, laughter and cooing. Don’t get me wrong, there are still times when he raises the roof with crying, but mommy and daddy are figuring out what Grayson’s crys … Continue Reading »»