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Author Archives: James Gorton
Dancing for Daddy
Nadine and I went to church last week and said hello to all the friends we have gotten to know over the years. We took our regular seats in the front row to the right side of the stage, beginning … Continue reading
Finding Favor
When I was growing up I sought the favor of my mom and dad. I was seeking their approval (not knowing that I was doing such a thing at the time) which readily came from my mom but was harder … Continue reading
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Tagged Connection with God, God's Favor, New Year's resolution
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Four Years and Counting
I can’t believe that four years ago yesterday, I was standing at the altar and saying I do to my bride as we began our journey for the rest of our lives. Nadine and I decided to celebrate our fourth … Continue reading
Starving For Eggs
Yesterday I came home early from work and began helping Nadine put on the finishing touches to our Christmas decorations before our Bible a study group came over. Personalized ornaments on our Christmas tree. Putting up garland on the fireplace … Continue reading
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Three Decades Renewed
Today I had an encounter that took me back thirty years. It started yesterday when I got to my office. I saw on my answering system that a call had come in. As I played back the call it was … Continue reading
Simple Pleasures
I hope your Thanksgiving was a wonderful experience with lots of food and relational connection with people you love. I can say that my life was full of simple pleasures. The day started by getting the turkey ready for cooking. … Continue reading
Thanksformation from a Bostonian
You might think it strange putting such a weird word (thanksformation) in the title but if you hang on and follow my drift it will begin to make sense–I hope. Here it goes. I lived in Boston for 7 years … Continue reading
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Heart Restoration
My daughter in Chicago is an example of strength and encouragement to me. A few years ago she completed her Ph.D. in Psychology and promptly passed one the most grueling exams to pass her licensure test for becoming a Psychologist. … Continue reading
Finding The Fake
Nadine and I went on our 20 mile bike ride yesterday. It was a glorious day with no wind and temperatures hovering around 65-70. We passed the fake Swans in the three ponds along Hayden that I wrote about 14 … Continue reading
Posted in Personal mastery, Relationships in General
Tagged Fake, Idols, Money, Real
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Singing With Mom
I went up to Colorado Springs to be with my mom this past weekend and something amazing happened. Let me give you a little backdrop on my mom. She is 96 and is coming up on her 97th birthday in … Continue reading
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