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I’m a Christian. I Mess Up. Me Too.

Sarah, a youth pastor's wife. Photo booth at ladies retreat.

Ladies retreat photo booth with Sarah, a youth pastor’s wife. “No More Pretending: Becoming Authentic….”

By Karen Friday

I raised my hand and announced, “Me too!”

Sugar and spice and everything nice had become my motto. Never been a fan of snakes and snails but fond of puppy dog tails. I think we should start a petition to move puppy dog tails to the girl’s list. Who’s with me?

Willingness to admit me too for a gamut of everything nice pleasures; pumpkin cheesecake ice cream, boots, books, chick-flicks, and chai tea latte. Do you like those things? Well, me too.

Me too never came easy for the tougher issues of life. I preferred to take the secretive route. No one needs to know.

Truth is, I’m a me too person in every way.

Why do I try to convince myself it is better not to speak up? Not to confess or admit weaknesses and vulnerabilities. I have weak spots. Sweet spots and not-so-sweet spots.

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October 15, 2015 at 9:11 am | Uncategorized