Weary by Wednesday: This IS Only a Test
Unless you have lived at a silent monastery for the past 56 years, the sound of “This is only a …
Tag Archives: Abuse
Weary by Wednesday: I Can’t Explain It
Happy Wednesday! It’s been a while since I’ve written here in my Weary by Wednesday blog. Actually, it’s been a …
Memory Monday: Handiwork
I love this version’s choice of words. We usually hear and think workmanship, but when I see “handiwork,” I envision …
Weary by Wednesday: What’s Your Worth?
This week I have been pondering stinking thinking. That’s the name a friend of mine gave to the negative self-talk …
Memory Monday: Friend
Continuing our theme of I have a new name… Friend This week I am so great-filled when I consider all …
Memory Monday: Chosen
I have called you by name was my mantra while I healed from my abusive marriage (from Isaiah 43). In …
Weary by Wednesday: My Futuristic 2019 Dream
I watched the tail end of Wheel of Fortune last night and had a good chuckle when Pat Zajak ranted …
Weary by Wednesday: Martha, Martha!
Why couldn’t I have just been born a Mary? I mean this seriously! I don’t think the Marys of this …
Memory Monday: Ephesians
Sometimes saying nothing is our best option. Wisdom is knowing the difference. Happy Monday, have a blessed week. Do not …
Weary by Wednesday: Can You Smell the Freshness?
Is there any better smell in the world than sheets that have been hung out on a clothes line to …
Weary by Wednesday: Are We There Yet? A Challenge on the last day of Domestic Violence Month.
If you have ever traveled with kids, you have heard this. Frankly, if I travel more than four or five …
Weary By Wednesday: How Far is God?
In our world of jets and instant messages, the other side of the sea isn’t so far away, but in …
Weary by Wednesday: Standing at the Door
I’m in love with this wall of keys. Just look at all the shapes and sizes. Imagine all the doors, …
Weary by Wednesday: When a Door Opens
I’ve been thinking about open and closed doors lately. A comment I had posted several years ago popped up on …
Memory Monday: Ezekiel
Hoping your first week of summer is going well. Take time to see where you are.
Weary by Wednesday: Press On
Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: …
Memory Monday: Isaiah
Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name; you are Mine! Isaiah 43:1
Mental Health Awareness Month – The Unseen Consequences of Domestic Violence
May has been designated as Mental Health Awareness Month. Among the many issues surrounding mental health that will be discussed …
Weary by Wednesday: Royally Messy Weddings (and cords of three strands)
I’m guilty. I woke up early on Saturday and turned on the wedding. I don’t even need to tell you …
Memory Monday: Ecclesiastes
Though one may be overpowered, two can defend themselves. A cord of three strands is not quickly broken. (Ecclesiastes 4:12) …
Weary by Wednesday: Why does Domestic Violence Persist in the Church?
This week, I have been poked hard in the gut about domestic violence and the way the church addresses this issue. This issue crosses lines into other areas of disrespect and disregard for the value of women. And, I’m not talking about who does the dishes or brings home the bacon.
Memory Monday: Psalms
Tell your story! Come and hear, all you who fear God; let me tell you what he has done for …
Weary by Wednesday: Noble Character?
I found myself gathering some wisdom from Proverbs 31 this week. Actually, it was more of a pummeling of wisdom, …
Memory Monday: Job
Can’t really add much to that for Memory Monday! Happy Monday everyone. I know that you can do all things; …
Weary by Wednesday: Feelings or Facts?
We might be giving feelings far too much say in our decision making process. When I did my taxes online, …
Memory Monday: Esther
Sometimes you have to blaze new trails. Hard trails. We were not meant to do this alone! Go, gather together …
Weary by Wednesday: Are You a Tailgater?
Have you ever had someone ride your bumper, then speed around you, only to have them stop right beside you …
Weary by Wednesday: Happily Ever After
Can there be a happy ending if everything doesn’t go well? I think so. My hubs and I went to …
Weary by Wednesday: Happy Tired
I don’t know if there is such a thing as happy tired. But right now I’m happy, and I’m tired. …
Weary by Wednesday: Not About Me
It’s not all about me. I get steamrolling ahead and forget this sometimes. About then I can count on a …
Memory Monday: 2 Samuel
Weary my Wednesday: Come Near
I woke way too early, it was the final day of the conference, and I was spent. I could hear …
Memory Monday: I Samuel
It’s been a hectic Monday. My sweet Mother-in-law is in the hospital, all is well and we are waiting for …
Weary by Wednesday: Give me Water
It doesn’t matter the shape or form, give me water. Ocean, river, lake, pond, or creek (and I say, “cric”). …
Memory Monday: Ruth
We still need a guardian-redeemer, and we have him in Jesus! Praying you are staying strong in the word.
Memory Monday: Judges
Memory Monday. Happy Valentines week! You are loved!
Weary by Wednesday: Spending Time
I need a 12 step program. Or at least a tad more self-disciple. Well, let’s be frank…a lot more discipline! …
Weary by Wednesday: Wasting Time and Socks
I love silly signs and t-shirts I find in touristy shops. Some of them describe my crazy life pretty well. …
Weary by Wednesday: Camping with Psalms
I’m camping out in Psalms again this week, while my husband and I spend a few days away camping! I …
Memory Monday: Numbers
Weary by Wednesday: Songs of Worship and Praise
I love the book of Psalms. It’s my go to place for calm, whatever life is throwing at me. Unlike …
Memory Monday: Leviticus
Good morning! Welcome to week three of Memory Monday. Hiding God’s word in our heart will reap a good harvest. …
WbW: That’s a Wrap
Just like that, 2017 is a wrap. It’s been a wild ride this year. Loosing the cancer battle with our …
Called by Name: A.B.U.S.E. Questions
Called by Name: A.B.U.S.E. Questions
Weary by Wednesday: Memories in My Mind
Do you have memories engrained in you? We all do, things we remember exactly where and what we were doing …
Called by Name: Compelled
Called by Name: Compelled. “It begins like a little drip you don’t even notice.”
Weary by Wednesday: Pressing On
Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: …
Single Parenting: Phone Calls and Other Communication with a Difficult or Abusive Ex
Single Parenting: Communication. It’s highly unlikely that an abusive ex will stop abusing. You need to set up firm boundaries for what is and is not acceptable interaction.
Weary by Wednesday: Rain
Weary by Wednesday: Rain. I find myself much less Weary by Wednesday when I remember the Father is in charge of the the sun and the rain and the behaviors of others.
Single Parenting: Phone Calls
Single Parenting: Phone Calls. I had other issues to contend with, continual attempted abuse, via telephone communications. Fortunately, I was wising up to his tactics and started taking control.
Jennifer Baringer 