Author Archives: Fran Hart

About Fran Hart

Disciple of Christ, earning a living as the director of US-based operations for a Taiwanese company, managing an engineering organization while carving out time to write. Wife, Mother, Grandmother.

Bluebonnets, a Texas tradition

Posted on June 16, 2009 by Fran Hart

This image is actually from my archive. I couldn’t stand to leave the froghead on “top” since I’m pretty lax in keeping this blog up-to-date. Back in April, the bluebonnets bloomed. This is an annual event in these parts. The … Continue reading →

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Monday Blueprint Madness

Posted on June 16, 2009 by Fran Hart

If you think I’m going to mock the contractors here, you’re wrong. I think this exemplifies perfect faith. “Trust God and obey, even if you don’t understand.” Do you have enough faith to do something that seems silly … maybe … Continue reading →

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Al, please stop eating frogs.

Posted on June 15, 2009 by Fran Hart

Yes, that’s the head of a frog. And one limb. Laying on the floor in my closet. Take a closer look. Just the head here. The special-effects required to fake something this gross are beyond my capability. I am capable … Continue reading →

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Sunday’s Study: Judges 6

Posted on June 14, 2009 by Fran Hart

Judges tells repeatedly of the Israelites cyclical relationship with God: doing evil, falling into the Pit, crying out for mercy, being redeemed by God’s grace. In Judges 6, God sends Gideon, the “least” family member of the smallest tribe to … Continue reading →

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Café Chat June 13th

Posted on June 13, 2009 by Fran Hart

Today’s Topic: Is there a deep hurt in your life/heart that you have not let God heal yet? If yes, are you ready to let God begin the work of healing your heart? For those of you that answered “no” … Continue reading →

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Then Sings My Soul – What Could Be Better by 33 Miles

Posted on June 13, 2009 by Fran Hart

It’s been a great week. The AWI conference was “all that and more”. Squeezing the sessions into an already busy week was a challenge, but the rewards were well worth the effort. Being able to walk out of my corporate … Continue reading →

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Thirst for Wisdom

Posted on June 12, 2009 by Fran Hart

“We may throw the dice, but the Lord determines how they fall.” (Proverbs 16:33) Wow! I really needed to hear this tonight. I tend to think I’ve got way more control than I actually do. I feel very compelled to … Continue reading →

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Tips for Better Living

Posted on June 10, 2009 by Fran Hart

When God is nudging, resistance is unwise. I’ve been seeking wisdom as part of my lifestyle so I’m not falling into that trap! The AWI webinar has been awesome so far (we’re 2 days in, 2 to go). I’ve been … Continue reading →

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Monday Blueprint Madness

Posted on June 9, 2009 by Fran Hart

Yet another ill-conceived bathroom brings to mind an important principle of life: “Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the road that leads to destruction, and many enter through it. But small is the … Continue reading →

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Chefmate Popcorn Popper

Posted on June 9, 2009 by Fran Hart

This is truly an unexpected form of entertainment. I’m pretty sure it shouldn’t work this way. I did find online reviews from folks who clearly had a similar experience. Note to self: Read reviews BEFORE purchasing new toys.

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