Tag Archives: Marriage

The Difficult Thanks

Posted on February 15, 2016 by athankfulone

19. Hoped for hope between us. 20. His reactive backlash of hatred and rejection 21. My scurry to wall off, find place and move out 22. The earthquake of love/hate tearing at beautiful 6 year Olds heart  23. Christ, rejected/hated … READ MORE

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Steph in Nampa, ID: the hidden gifts

Posted on April 12, 2014 by athankfulone

Jenny who wanted several of us to read this book the rescuing from an unhealthy, abusive marriage bird flying on the way to the settlement conference beautiful whispy clouds on a bright blue sky on the way to the settlement … READ MORE

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Thankfulness and stuff

Posted on November 8, 2013 by athankfulone

Hi Ann,   Yesterday someone on FB posted a link to your most recent blog entry concerning measuring sticks and though you were speaking to a young girl and I’m forty-eight years old (older than you, even), it hit me … READ MORE

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Two, Three, Four, Hopefully More

Posted on February 27, 2013 by athankfulone

Gift Two: Alone time days where my mind can drift like the clouds in the sky. There is no rhyme or reason in these days. No set schedules. Just time to allow me to be me. It is a good … READ MORE

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The Heartbeat of a Grateful Life

Posted on February 16, 2011 by athankfulone

1. Family dinners 2. Remembering things the kids said when they were little 3. Rosie’s help with cleaning this morning 4. Steve’s help with washing the pots and pans 5. Ann’s book 6. Christo’s Restaurant (and staff) 7. Steve’s goodnight … READ MORE

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Thoughts from the weekend and Valentine’s Day

Posted on February 14, 2011 by athankfulone

10. Pink and red hearts taped to windows 11. Chocolates & a note from him waiting for me on a Monday morning 13. Being used as a kitty pillow 16. Planning and anticipation of surprising him 17. Excited waiting for … READ MORE

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Long Kisses

Posted on February 14, 2011 by athankfulone

I am grateful for marriage, and long kisses at the door, and long embraces. Two sinners loving so passionately and learning to love without selfishness by God’s grace is a mystery I can’t not comprehend, but I am grateful for … READ MORE

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