by Debbie W. Wilson | Jan 3, 2017 | Faith, Hope, Joy
A couple of weeks before Christmas my cousin flew from San Antonio, TX to Washington DC. Young soldiers being deployed overseas filled her packed plane. When the captain announced they were on the first leg of their trip to Afghanistan, the plane applauded. But one...
by Debbie W. Wilson | Jan 12, 2015 | Career, Joy, Life skills, Pets and Faith
Before I share today’s blog I wanted to update you on my writing. Last week I signed a contract with Leafwood publishers for my next Bible study whose working title is Little Women, Big God. I also have a new Facebook page. I wanted to invite you to drop by and...
by Debbie W. Wilson | Dec 15, 2014 | Christmas, Joy, Newsletter, Peace
Which seems stronger to you, peace or worry? I’d have to say sometimes peace and joy seem like delicate glass ornaments, while worry and fear are ugly trolls in spiked boots stomping on my delicate peace. I’ve even used worry as fairy dust to sprinkle over my concerns...
by Debbie W. Wilson | Nov 24, 2014 | Battles, Christmas, Disappointment, Joy, Thanksgiving
Ready or not, the holidays are upon us. The lines at our grocery store and the pungent evergreens in the parking lot herald the best time of the year—right? Despite the lyrics of the seasonal song, for many, this is the worst—not the best—time of their year. I was...
by Debbie W. Wilson | Oct 22, 2012 | God's will, Joy, Life Experiences, Life skills, Personal Growth, Relationship with God, Relationships
This week my son shared a simple way to remove outdoor cobwebs. Our house is built into a hill, and the basement opens under our front porch. Spiders decorate this area every Halloween, and they keep their decorations up year round. Cleaning this area has been a...
by Debbie W. Wilson | Jul 10, 2012 | Hope, Joy, Life Experiences
How amazing is God’s creation! Larry and I went to see Born to be Wild 3D. This film documents the rescue of orphaned orangutans in the rain-forests of Borneo and baby elephants by the rugged Kenyan savannah. When poachers kill mother elephants for their ivory tusks,...
