Category Archives: Personal Ponderings

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Now That I Know You

Posted on January 20, 2015 by wordvessel

My dear little boy, This morning I was washed with a wave of nostalgia about the months when I was eagerly anticipating your arrival. During those months my thoughts were filled with wonder about what your tiny face would look like, how you … Continue reading →

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Can I Ask You a Few Questions?

Posted on January 15, 2015 by wordvessel

Who are you? Are you a seeker or a finder? Are you a leader or a follower? Are you a safe place or a user? Are you a defender or a betrayer? Are you a perfect saint or an imperfect … Continue reading →

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The Price of Staying Home

Posted on January 8, 2015 by wordvessel

I’m a stay-at-home mom.  That description of myself generates a mixture of praise and sympathy from those who inquire about my occupation. The depth of their reaction only increases when they hear that I have a Master’s degree and gave … Continue reading →

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Slowly They Come

Posted on December 25, 2014 by wordvessel

It is Christmas Eve; as I write this, I can clearly see my nativity scene. It is complete now.  One figurine was added every day of December. There is an eclectic collection of angels, a little Precious Moments  boy playing … Continue reading →

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Simple Gratitude

Posted on December 15, 2014 by wordvessel

Facebook is not always conducive to cultivating a heart of contentment; usually the newsfeed is filled with what our friends want us to see, and that’s not always their daily reality.  We see the beautifully decorated living rooms and gracefully … Continue reading →

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Making the Most of our Time

Posted on December 12, 2014 by wordvessel

My mom asked me what I was going to blog about today, and I couldn’t give a specific answer because my mind wasn’t made up yet.  I considered broaching the race drama triggered by Ferguson or reflecting on the challenges … Continue reading →

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The Cat I Always Wanted

Posted on December 5, 2014 by wordvessel

My heart is filled with farewell today.  Tomorrow I will be snuggling my kitty for the very last time.  She is such a familiar face in my little world.  Dingo came to me on my twelfth birthday.  Twelve is that … Continue reading →

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Simply Grace

Posted on November 27, 2014 by wordvessel

It’s still a journey. Today I made two pies for Thanksgiving and am working on a stew for tonight’s meal. Along with cleaning the kitchen, I want to wash the floors and clean the bathrooms. That doesn’t include the menu … Continue reading →

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Dateship?

Posted on November 20, 2014 by wordvessel

I was chatting with a young friend of mine about the recent Duggar weddings. They had not only gained publicity because they were Duggar weddings, but also because each daughter had saved her first kiss for her wedding day. The … Continue reading →

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The Discipline of Rest

Posted on November 6, 2014 by wordvessel

My journey towards simplicity has revealed to me how tired I am.  I am eager to dispose of any unnecessary drain on my energy. I’ve pulled out my tomato plants because their gradual demise towards brown was depressing to me; … Continue reading →

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