Category Archives: Current Life

A Balancing Act

Posted on August 30, 2014 by

I heard a message yesterday while listening to the radio about the importance of recognizing the balancing of grace and truth. The point being made was that people tend to prioritize one or the other. This is true in their … Continue reading →

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Hebrews 12:1,2 Amplified

Posted on August 18, 2014 by

This is a passage of Scripture that has been a powerful motivator for us in the past, and it came up in devotions again. Like so many times before, the Word comes to me in exactly the right word at … Continue reading →

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Starting a new adventure

Posted on June 10, 2014 by

So we are starting on what promises to be a special adventure. It’s a 12 week intense course designed to get rid of writer’s block/artist block and build creativity. It’s called The Artist’s Way: A Spiritual Path to Higher Creativity, … Continue reading →

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Update

Posted on May 2, 2014 by

It’s been quite a while since we last posted. Since the last time we have gotten a new computer, new key board (requiring a lot of adjustments to the way we type), new smart phones, and a wonderful new monitor. … Continue reading →

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Writing Thru the Tears

Posted on March 18, 2014 by

This depression is weighing so heavily on me/us. Today’s devotions were spot on. The title is “Perfect Through Sufferings”. Much of the focus of the devotions is on how Jesus suffered for us, and also speaks to our sufferings. It’s … Continue reading →

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Power Restrained and Refined

Posted on February 24, 2014 by

I listened to a broadcast on Christian radio this afternoon, about Power. The discussion was comprehensive and inspiring, focusing on Christ’s power demonstrated through Him when He walked among us on earth as well as through Him since His resurrection … Continue reading →

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Who Is Writing These Posts Anyway?

Posted on January 14, 2014 by

Even though the tag name is frequently Abigail, she is rarely the actual personality who is posting. I, like many others in my system, prefer not to think of self as separate from the host personality. I know that I’m … Continue reading →

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Hard Times for DID

Posted on January 9, 2014 by

I know this isn’t a news flash for anyone knowledgeable about DID, but I am impressed again on how disheartening it is. A decade ago (or more) a person with this condition could reasonably expect to encounter professionals who knew … Continue reading →

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Intimate Insight

Posted on October 29, 2013 by

Earlier tonight I was taking a drive with my youngest son. He will be getting married in less than a week from today, so we are cherishing the time we can spend together before he moves out. Our conversation turned … Continue reading →

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Newby’s More Encounters

Posted on October 18, 2013 by

Well, I’ve been doing EMDR with both therapists and talked about it with my psychiatrist today. And guess what! My psychiatrist has a therapy dog. Apparently I wasn’t distressed enough to merit too much of the dog’s attention today – … Continue reading →

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