Friends ~ I took a bit of a hiatus from blogging when my dear grandfather became ill a few months ago so that I could turn my focus to my family. We somehow managed to chuckle through the hard days and are grateful that he is hanging out with Jesus now. I hope you will continue to chuckle with me. Oh, and as you read this blog, know that my brother and I laughed hysterically about this. The snow fell all afternoon and continued into the night. The roads were icy and the snow Keep Reading...
A Mastectomy at Age 23
I'm not chuckling today. I still have my joy but I'm not chuckling. I don't have a funny story with a spiritual truth to encourage you with today. Why? Tomorrow, my very brave, twenty-three year old newlywed daughter will have a preventative double mastectomy! She tells it best in her own words and you can read them here. the-bates.com Photo: Michelle Boyd Photography We are grateful that our HOPE is a secure anchor in Christ Jesus! Keep Reading...