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Then Jesus Danced for Me!

Posted on March 17, 2020 by rstaples2013

(a written account of a recent Sunday Morning worship encounter). _______________________________________________________________ As I entered the sanctuary I knew, deep in my spirit, that this team of dancers who had come to lead our worship service, were themselves encountering God with … Continue reading →

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Forging a New Journey

Posted on July 14, 2017 by rstaples2013

I know that most of the life I have known, on a practical level, is gone. Some of it eroded away by the “or sickness” and the “or for worse” of the marriage vow.  Some of it shattered by the … Continue reading →

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Covered by Grace

Posted on September 9, 2016 by rstaples2013

  Last night a friend commented on a stunning black and white quilt that highlights our sofa. I found myself eager to tell the story of how this beautiful covering became mine. I first learned of this quilt when I … Continue reading →

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From King Size Bed to Twin

Posted on June 10, 2016 by rstaples2013

It was with intrigue that I first heard the phrase: “Aging is a diminishing experience”. I remember the time and place as a medical/ethical conference at Trinity Seminary in 2001. The guest speaker. who introduced this thought. was Vernon Grounds. … Continue reading →

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Throwing a Red Flag

Posted on January 29, 2016 by rstaples2013

The line between excitement and anxiety is thin when watching a -football game. All of that changes if we are watching a recording of this same game now knowing the final score. Let’s consider this scene: Our team is behind … Continue reading →

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Because I Know You

Posted on November 25, 2014 by rstaples2013

Hearing loss opens the way for uninvited emotions to charge what begins as a straightforward comment. My default response when my husband does not hear what I have said is to repeat the same comment in a louder tone. The … Continue reading →

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Don’t Look at Your Feet

Posted on May 31, 2014 by rstaples2013

I have been ”over thinking” for a couple of days.  I have some decisions to make, some plans to present and some options to consider.  It’s hard to maintain eye contact with Jesus when you are distracted by that which … Continue reading →

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A Tribute to Mother-Part 2

Posted on April 30, 2014 by rstaples2013

This is part 2 of a 6 part series entitled, “A Tribute to Mother.” O is for Oops, I’ll have to do it over. I was probably six or seven when I walked up to May’s to buy groceries. I … Continue reading →

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Shredding My Data

Posted on February 14, 2014 by rstaples2013

I have filled three huge lawn bags with shredded paper today. Hidden among the shreds are the details of my life. I could tell you how much my electric bill was in 1980 if I had spared those receipts from … Continue reading →

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Silver Lining of Brutal Winter

Posted on February 10, 2014 by rstaples2013

I paid close attention as I heard unexpected words from my friend, “This has been a wonderful winter.” Those of you who live in southern Wisconsin will understand why I was so taken aback by this comment. I, myself, have … Continue reading →

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