Do You Hear the Captain’s Call that Another Misfit is Leaving Barbie Island?

Do You Hear the Captain’s Call that Another Misfit is Leaving Barbie Island?

I’ve mentioned a few times that I consider myself a Charlie-in-the-box with a home base called Misfit Island. This summer as I networked with other women for different social and ministry reasons I met a few people who were in agony and couldn’t pinpoint what was going on. I saw it immediately because five years…

Don’t Eat the Garbage

Don’t Eat the Garbage

As the curtain falls on summer, I’m still fighting the image that the season is all about relaxing and a care-free time. It’s been a heavy prayer time and so many people are going through tough, junky stuff. Just like the Texas heat that hasn’t let up, women especially seem to be struggling with self-worth…

CCOTT: Jennifer Slattery Shares a “Stupid, Cheek-Burning” Story (and wants to hear yours)

CCOTT: Jennifer Slattery Shares a “Stupid, Cheek-Burning” Story (and wants to hear yours)

Julie’s note: My monthly marriage article is live over at the Internet Cafe. I’d love for you to check it out! Guest post by: Jennifer Slattery Do you remember those dances held during junior high and high school? How you and your friends would spend hours pre-dance talking about what you’d wear, how you’d do…

Sabbath Sunday: The Cross Covers

Sabbath Sunday: The Cross Covers

Every Sunday it’s a joy to share my own amateur nature pictures along with my thoughts on God’s love for you. I took this the hottest night of the summer where the humidity was panting at 81%. I spent the day in and out of stores getting groceries and school supplies. I needed new brakes.…

Summer Reads for Sale Featuring My Writing

Summer Reads for Sale Featuring My Writing

Thanks to a heads-up from Jeanette Littleton, I learned that the book God Encounters is selling for a mere $1.73 on Amazon. My miraculous car accident story is featured in this book. I was 10 weeks into a high risk pregnancy when I flipped our brand new van. Something very odd happened during the accident,…