against me learning to read fluently. In fact, experts warned I might never read at a grade-school level, let alone complete college. But my mom—a dedicated Texas educator—refused to let a diagnosis define my future. To ensure I had every tool needed to succeed, she became a reading specialist and a pioneer in special education, turning daily tears and 15-minute reading struggles into a lifelong passion for books. By the end of middle school, I had read over 1,000 books—proving her favorite piece of wisdom true: "If you can read, you can do anything." Here is the story of how my mom's unfailing commitment transformed my life.
Because of Love
"What is the starting point of love?" True love isn't our own idea; it begins with God’s grace and challenges us to love even the difficult.
Favorite People – 28 Years and a Redneck Poodle
Daily Prompt — "Who are your favorites?" From nearly thirty years with The Big Guy to the antics of Leo, The Redneck Poodle, here is the "pack" I value most.
Daily Prompt: My Middle Name
Sometimes a simple question reveals meaningful memories. My middle name, Elizabeth, honors my Granny and brings back stories of family, traditions, and time spent at her farmhouse.
What I Do For Fun
Asked to list five things I do for fun, I realized joy often comes from simple moments, shared stories, and small adventures close to home.
Throwback Thursday – Lessons Learned from Grandma: Life Tips to Cherish
Today's post was originally posted in January 8, 2008. I was blessed to have a family, including parents, grandparents, great-grandparents who loved me and loved God.
The Meaning Behind My Middle Name
Daily writing promptWhat is your middle name? Does it carry any special meaning/significance?View all responses My middle name is a family name. I was named for my Granny. My mom always wished that she had her Granny's middle name. So she named me for Granny. It is name that has been passed down in Granny's … Continue reading The Meaning Behind My Middle Name
