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Thoughts as I see God in his word and in my life. I think about my memories, world events and my family. I like to write as it clears my mind and clarifies my thoughts. Read along as I try to sort out my world.

COVID 2021

Posted on October 22, 2022 by jothayer

Well God saved my life again... 3rd time is a charm I guess but this one was rough! Thought I had a terrible sinus infection. After a week, I was not keeping any food down. eventually kidney meds still in capsule form came up twice. I was nervous that my body wasn't getting the anti-rejection … Continue reading COVID 2021

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Fruit

Posted on May 25, 2021October 22, 2022 by jothayer

This morning I was reading Matthew chapter 7. Very interested group of verses group in the same chapter. My mind got stuck on fruit that you produce. I have lived many places both as a child and as an adult. I have met so many different people that sometimes I get confused about what context … Continue reading Fruit

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Early Retirement?

Posted on March 8, 2019October 22, 2022 by jothayer

Okay about 4 months ago I quit my job.  Actually on October 21, 2019... I used to work as a customer service agent for American Express.  I worked from home. Sitting at my desk for 9 to 11 hours a day.  I was able to quit due to a huge blessing to our family. We … Continue reading Early Retirement?

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To Be A Daughter

Posted on December 2, 2018March 12, 2019 by jothayer

I wish I had been someone's daughter.  I hear a lot of women my age post things about how they miss their mom or how much their mom has meant to them.  I miss my mom but I miss the experience of having a mom most of all.  As I get older, I see and … Continue reading To Be A Daughter

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Semi Retired

Posted on October 22, 2018March 12, 2019 by jothayer

Since 1989 when we married,  Steve has busted his butt to provide financially for our family; doing what ever was required.  He has been an amazing provider, husband, father and grandfather.  In 2003, he went back to school and became a fulltime dad for several years.  He now owns his own successful business. I have … Continue reading Semi Retired

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Temper Tantrums

Posted on September 19, 2018September 17, 2018 by jothayer

Temper Tantrums “I know when you sit down, when you come and when you go; And, yes, I’ve marked every one of your temper tantrums against me. Because you rage against me and your insolence has reached my ears, I will put my hook in your nose and my bit in your mouth, and I … Continue reading Temper Tantrums

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Need of a Savior

Posted on September 17, 2018October 22, 2022 by jothayer

As I look back at life, the years I raised my kids were busy, exhausting but so very important.   I worried about all the details to make sure I did right by my kid's years from this moment.  In hindsight I figured out the most important element that is often missing as we raise … Continue reading Need of a Savior

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Storms

Posted on September 15, 2018September 15, 2018 by jothayer

Mark 4:37-41 37A furious squall came up, and the waves broke over the boat, so that it was nearly swamped. 38Jesus was in the stern, sleeping on a cushion. The disciples woke him and said to him, "Teacher, don't you care if we drown?" 39He got up, rebuked the wind and said to the waves, … Continue reading Storms

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Watching Parents…

Posted on November 3, 2015October 22, 2022 by jothayer

A lot of parents are very short sighted when they raise their children.  The focus is one the temporary things while they ignore the permanent issues that are not addressed.  I am not sure how to demonstrate this in a concrete way without offending anyone. Toys, clothes, etc those are temporal things that will be … Continue reading Watching Parents…

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Going back to work…

Posted on October 27, 2015September 17, 2018 by jothayer

I have been off work for 3 months.  I go back in 2 days.  I have mixed feelings about returning.  I have really enjoyed the last couple weeks with Steve and feeling better.  I hate to give up my free time but at the same time I miss my job and my friends.  I am happy … Continue reading Going back to work…

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