Category Archives: Spiritual

Fighting the Waves

Posted on October 1, 2012 by dbythesea

A few years ago, I tried to learn to surf, thinking it would give me something affordable and fun to do with my girls. So I took a few lessons and boldly set out to begin my new adventure. I’d only go … Continue reading →

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A Close Look at Freedom and Independence

Posted on July 4, 2012 by dbythesea

When I think of freedom, I think of all the times in my life when I broke away from something or someone who was inflicting or causing me pain. Obtaining that freedom was not easy and it usually came with … Continue reading →

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How Clean are You?

Posted on June 3, 2012 by dbythesea

When it comes to washing our hands, we might assume that most of us follow obvious standards, but what is obvious to some, might not be obvious to others and not everyone has the same standard. By what scale do … Continue reading →

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Praise Before Promise: My Mothers Day Story

Posted on May 20, 2012 by dbythesea

MAY 2012 Mother’s Day is a very special day for me. Not just because I’m a Mom, but because I was told I never would be one. Several doctors said that I would most likely never conceive children, or something … Continue reading →

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Life Promises Nothing…God Promises LIFE!

Posted on May 9, 2012 by dbythesea

APRIL 2012 An EASTER POEM… Life makes no promises, nor guarantees gain; No glory in riches, power or fame. No freedom from sadness, worry or fears; pain or losses, heartaches or tears. No gain for the righteous, nor justice for … Continue reading →

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What’s in Your Garden?

Posted on March 26, 2012 by dbythesea

SUNDAY, MARCH 25, 2012 What’s in Your Garden? Springtime reminds me of when I was a kid and my Mom started a garden. I remember being excited about it, but I didn’t know anything about gardening. I was about to … Continue reading →

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Headed Home

Posted on March 26, 2012 by dbythesea

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 29, 2012 HEADED HOME I’m a hairstylist and I’m often on my feet for a very long time. And at the end of my day, I can’t wait to get home. I’ll visualize my bed as I drive … Continue reading →

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Final Hour Faith

Posted on March 26, 2012 by dbythesea

TUESDAY, JANUARY 31, 2012 Final Hour Faith Have you ever been faced with a problem and not know it’s outcome or resolve until the very last hour?  The stress and anxiety associated with those events can be torment. But they are … Continue reading →

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A Character Challenge

Posted on March 26, 2012 by dbythesea

MONDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2011 A Character Challenge There’s not much that can get me upset and I’m pretty easy going, for the most part. I have the common factor of most females, but aside from the monthly emotional stuff, I’m … Continue reading →

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A Seasoned Life…

Posted on March 26, 2012 by dbythesea

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 2011 A Seasoned Life Autumn is a beautiful time of year.  It is when I begin to see the obvious change of season from summer. Although last week we enjoyed unusual warm temperatures and sunshine here in … Continue reading →

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