Category Archives: faith

Still working on finding balance

Posted on December 6, 2010 by Fran Hart

This weekend has been incredible. I can’t remember the last time I managed to get so much done in the space of 2 days. I’m quite sure that managing myself through a to-do list is a large part of what … Continue reading →

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In Pursuit of Balance and escape from the 10 pound yoyo

Posted on December 2, 2010 by Fran Hart

In the 6 weeks since my last post (the post where I mentioned my need for balance in my life), I’ve absolutely failed at finding balance. But I’ve succeeded in my efforts to swing the pendulum. The trick now will … Continue reading →

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A funny thing happened on the way to December

Posted on December 2, 2010 by Fran Hart

One morning, late in October, on the first morning following the Women of Faith Conference in San Antonio, I awoke early and went to my favorite spot (in the sun room) for morning prayer. And I took a petition to … Continue reading →

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The valley and the mountaintop

Posted on November 8, 2010 by Fran Hart

When you’re walking through the valley, sometimes it is enough to know that there are mountaintops. Faith, by the definition offered in Hebrews 11:1, is confidence in the things we hope for but can’t see. I’m not worried about my … Continue reading →

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The Valley of Humiliation

Posted on October 16, 2010 by Fran Hart

Sometimes it takes the convergence of apparently unrelated vectors in life to shake us awake so we can appreciate the reality of our circumstances. In the work-world, I’ve been giving and receiving advice about how to not just survive but … Continue reading →

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Confessions of a Workaholic

Posted on August 17, 2010 by fghart

When I googled “Workaholics Anonymous” I was only half-joking. Last week was my first serious effort to break free from the pit that mires me. Like any addiction, she calls to me, tempting me with her siren song. I want … Continue reading →

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Baptism – Josalynn Marie Hicks

Posted on July 12, 2010 by Fran Hart

Although my oldest two daughters hated each other during their teen years, my forecast of their eventual reunion has finally hit a major milestone of “see-I-told-you-so” maternal truth. They are turning the corner in their relationship and hopefully they will … Continue reading →

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Before, Really Before and Really, Really Before

Posted on July 12, 2010 by Fran Hart

Maybe it was quitting smoking (June 10, 2004) or maybe it was my hysterectomy (May, 2007?I think) but somehow weight began to creep up on me in a big way. Here are photos from December, 2008:I realized something had to … Continue reading →

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My first 5k is behind me

Posted on June 23, 2010 by Fran Hart

Here we are (Saturday June 19), having just finished Vern’s No Frills 5k. My hubby surprised me by running most of the way. He finished about a minute ahead of Sherie (my coach and friend) and me. I’m proud of … Continue reading →

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We have a winner!

Posted on June 7, 2010 by Fran Hart

My Darling Hubby and I are going to participate in a 5K! Vern’s No Frills 5K in Georgetown. He’s walking. I’m running (and walking). He says he will keep up with me. Humph. We’ll see. We’ll be joined by friends. … Continue reading →

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