She Succumbed to Hopelessness

My last post told the story of a woman who truly knew what it was to have a personal relationship with her God.  But her story is directly followed by the story of a woman that we only know as Ichabod’s mother.  What we know is that this woman was probably living the life she [...]

Leaving It There

I have always been grateful for the fact that God allowed me to have children of my own.  As with most of us, I have known those who  were not able to have their own child.  I would hurt for them and try to sympathize,I am sure I could never fully feel the extent of [...]

Happy Birthday To Our First Born

24 years ago today, Charley and I became parents for the first time.  Nathan Charles rice was born at 4:51 on a Saturday afternoon.  Nathan is named after his great-grandfather, Charlie Clingerman.  He was the first grandchild on my side and the first grandson on Charley’s side.  He was due on the 15th but as [...]

26 Wonderful Years

Last Thursday, Charley and I celebrated 26 years of marriage.  God has been so good to us by giving us to each other.  I am thankful for every day we have been together.  What a blessing to have a wonderful husband who loves me more than I deserve.  Also, to be blessed with 3 great [...]

The Whole Gang

This past weekend was special for our family for a few reasons.  First, we were all able to be together to celebrate the birthdays of those who were born in July, August and September.  Hannah was the only one who wasn’t able to be there.  Second, it was the first anniversary of the home going [...]