Some things happen in life that leave a hole of hurts. That hole leaves you feeling empty, wounded, undesirable, incapable of going on. How do you fill the hole so you are whole again? It can be done. Maybe you’ve lost someone through death or divorce, your kids made bad choices and don’t want to see you, you’re faced with a health or financial crisis. Whatever the situation, here’s six ways to fill the hole that hurts so you’ll be whole. Process  One foot in front of the other. One shovelful in front of the other. It’s a process to fill a hole but it can be done. It can be wholly fille ..read more

I have heard these questions asked many times. How could God allow this to happen? Why would my husband leave me? How can good come out of this? Why did this happen to me? I have asked them myself. I don’t presume to have all the answers because I still wonder why.  Why did my son have to die? No matter what the question is, I know this, even if tragedy happens the God of all Wonders is with you through the good times and the bad. (This Wondering is capitalized because it’s marveling at your majestic Creator!) It’s okay to wonder why when things happen that leave you in despair or broken ..read more

My son died April 2014. Valentines Day was his birthday. His kids were hurting and I sent a message to them,”Happy Valentines Day! Your dad was crazy about you and he would be so proud!! Love you Gm” This made me think of the crazy love our Heavenly Father has for us. So perfect and undeserved. It doesn’t seem rational, yet it’s real. Believe, receive it and it will be your reality. It will change your life now and for all eternity! You just have to ASK: A- Ask God to show you how to know Him. Even if you’re unsure of His reality. Ask Him for forgiveness and invite him to be your Savior. S- S ..read more

Sam and Debbie are going to start doing video podcasts. We’re going to begin with one I know will be a favorite to all of you pet lovers, Does Your Pet Go To Heaven. Stand by for lots of fun with the dynamic duo – Sam and Debbie Bowman ..read more

Success In Any Situation Through Delight Anthony With Granpa Cratchet In a YouTube talk by Warren Buffett he discusses prosperity (imagine that) and how delight will bring success and satisfaction. If you delight the client with care and kindness they will return and you will both have success and prosperity. Mr. Buffett said “Don’t just satisfy your customers, delight your customers.” (See “Warren Buffett Leaves The Audience Speechless” Nov 2, 2017. ) lf you have hard work, and determination you will succeed which brings delight to both parties. However,  if you are rude and selfish to s ..read more

Life is full of moments. How do you make the most of the moments you have? Time goes fast and before you know it your kids have kids. You can’t always choose what happens in the moment, but you can choose your reaction. So be intentional and choose wisely. Here are three tips to make magnificent moments for you and yours. 1) Moments of Memory Take a trip down memory lane. (Excellent Book by Sam Bowman). Your stories can lighten your load and save future generations. Remembering your past can build their future. Dwell on the positive. Don’t camp out at the negative. Pull out those tent stakes ..read more

How do you gain hope and happiness after the loss of a beloved pet has left you reeling? There is a hurt in your heart that defies reason. After all it was just an animal. Or was it? Really it’s a vital member of your family with love and memories galore. How do you tend the wound left by the one who gave you unconditional love and trust? Will you see them again? Do they go to Heaven? Here’s five points to ponder that will help you through your loss.  1) Perspective God breathed the spirit of life into man and animals. Animals are not created in the image of God so they do not have souls ..read more

How do you open the right door to a successful and spectacular New Year? You choose the one that leads to life and hope. That would be God’s door. Here are six ways: Abide- Seek Him, spend time with Hm. It’s a relationship not a religious ritual. Saturate yourself in His Word so His thoughts become your thoughts. His love and concern for others becomes your love and concern. He will give the increase and fruit will abound. Anticipate- Look forward to the future with excitement and positivity. Don’t dwell on past mistakes or misery. Where your focus is, is where your thoughts will be, and that ..read more

As Christmas approaches, you think of the birth of the Christ child. Some speculate Jesus was born in a cave, a hard place. Wherever it was there were animals, a manger and stink making it a hard place for the Creator to enter Earth as He humbled himself and chose to be born as a human. “He existed in the form of God…he emptied himself of his outward glory…He became human! He humbled himself …choosing to be revealed as a man…” (Philippians 2: 6-8 TPT). Jesus made the hard choice for us, He died so we wouldn’t have to. Because He paved the path and faced hard, you never have to go through hard ..read more

Family dynamics are daunting at times. The Holidays are happening soon where you may be confronted with those who don’t like you. Yes, family may love you, but they don’t always like what you’ve become or agree with what you believe. How do you respond when you’re face to face with a family member who wants nothing to do with you? Here’s four C words to help you contain conflict and bring calm and caring: Call- Like call ahead seating, call ahead to mend a relationship. Ask for forgiveness, even when there is a mutual need for this or if you have done nothing wrong. Tell them you love them ..read more