“You are entitled to feel all the bitterness and hatred you were taught. You are entitled to carry with you the pain and sorrow, the longing and disappointment. They will happily accompany you through life. Claim them if you will,… — Tracie Peterson Copy Share Image
you cannot let the pain of the past destroy the happiness of the future. — Tracie Peterson Copy Share Image
“Merrill Krause - "My brothers have scared off just about any fellow who showed interest in getting to know me." Granny Lassiter - "Well,… — Tracie Peterson Copy Share Image
“The compliment worked. In hushed tones Aunt Victoria confided in Mrs. Oosterman. The older woman soaked up each detail like a dying plant in… — Tracie Peterson Copy Share Image
I can tell you what women need in general. They need respect and love. They need to be able to trust your word and… — Tracie Peterson Copy Share Image
Just remember, forgiveness is a way of setting yourself free of the bondage put on you by others. There is liberty to he had… — Tracie Peterson Copy Share Image
“She often told her children that they couldn't change the past and they couldn't jump forward to the future. All they had was today,… — Tracie Peterson Copy Share Image
love isn't about living in fear. It's not about controlling the hearts of those around you. It is patient and kind. It endures and… — Tracie Peterson Copy Share Image
“I suppose my biggest frustration is that we as white people come into a culture and demand that the natives do things our way.… — Tracie Peterson Copy Share Image
“abruptly. “That’s the way it always is. People hurt you and walk all over you. They lie to you and betray you, and then with those two little words, they expect it should all somehow be wiped from the slate. As if I’m sorry had some sort of magical powers to take away the pain.”...I know your faith says you’re… — Tracie Peterson Copy Share
“Often times we reach out to people who would rather not be reached. We love people who reject our love and would just as… — Tracie Peterson Copy Share Image
Consequences don’t just go away. They aren’t suddenly dissolved just because forgiveness has been desired or given. — Tracie Peterson Copy Share Image
Often admitting our weakness and fear is the first step to finding rest in God. Our trust in Him isn't conveyed though superhuman confidence… — Tracie Peterson Copy Share Image
