A friend had offered this ticket a month ago. My body was tired, but a surprise family visit boosted my energy. Several family moments had already made for a marvelous weekend. God knows I couldn’t hike a trail or visit a National Park. BUT this hometown park is still a win! Memories of the game two weeks ago still marinated. I was “good to go.” Talk about a miracle in the making!
Fans left as early as the 7th inning; we were down by 8 (11-3). By the 9th inning, both teams had scored, and it was still an 8-run deficit (14-6). “C’mon Los Cardinales! You can do this! We only need 9 to win it, boys!”
The remaining fan base was small but mighty. The sun continued to beam as the energy grew. A walk. Then another walk. And then another one. AND AGAIN. A run scored. A double and two more runs. A stolen base. Another walk and a run. An RBI and two runs. Things were happening fast-I could hardly keep up! Is your head spinning? Another run! Wait, another! The miracle was transforming before my eyes. Laughter, cheers, and energy could have propelled a rocket! We won! The final score was 15-14. Our group started high-fiving and laughing. Can you imagine? Keep this in mind—8 of the 9 runs were scored with TWO OUTS…in the LAST INNING. Talk about “one for the books!”
Haven’t we all felt this way at one time: Just when you think, with two outs in the last inning, you’ve lost, miracles still happen.
There have been many times, particularly in the last 10 years, when I didn’t want to participate in the game. It wasn’t because I didn’t have wonderful teammates or fans. The competition was fierce and I felt weak. Finding my position wasn’t easy. Cheering for others in the stands was much easier than being on a coaching team. As a coach, you’re judged for everything. When in the game, I need positive players around me. Yes, there are times when positivity will strike out. In my experience, it’s the attitude that wins. My game plan has changed so much. Like I’ve written before, I’m listening to my ULTIMATE favorite and amazing Coach. Others, out of fear, may wish you not to participate (so you don’t get hurt). Injuries will happen, though. Through these shifts and new lessons, I’ve held on to the possibility of miracles. Wins or losses I still have lessons. Through a team effort, miracles have happened to me. I think of the 4 players who “walked”. They scored without ever having to strike a ball with their bat. It happens. But I doubt these guys will be allowed to stop practicing their swing!
Whether you’re a player or a spectator, do you believe in miracles? Do you feel you have what it takes to win? You might think you’re in the last inning, with two outs, without hope and a prayer. May you find victory—whether big or small. As for me, I believe.
Fast fact: The Springfield Cardinals is a Double-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals (we compete in the Texas League North Division).
Have faith 💚
Have you heard of NET, yet?🦓
Last Monday I received news about a miracle—being a surgical candidate. I want to thank my friends and family for their prayers and patience. Preparing for this takes prayer, healthy habits, and also, like I hope we all try to do, participation in that which you love. My focus has to remain on my children and grandchildren. When I know more about specifics, I’ll be sure to inform you!
I’m not on social media and I don’t wish for my website/blog to become like F.B.; however, this is the best way for me to communicate. This place is intended for me to grow and practice my writing, follow other writers, and hopefully, achieve goals (including trying to publish again). I’ve created a healthy schedule for myself during the week which is going to limit the calls and texts to which I can respond. Thank you for your understanding.
We all must establish healthy routines that are good for the plans that God has for us. I hope you are! Our game plans may not always match, but you must follow the plan God has for YOU. Honor it, respect it, and follow it. Undoubtedly, you will be blessed. I’m going to keep my “head in the game” and my heart and soul in good communion with Christ. I will use this area to update my “team”. As you pray for me, I will for you. I’m excited to see how the miracles will unfold. It’s in the really SMALL things, too. May you see them at work in your life. With love, Karla
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Still rooting and praying for you Karla.
Gary, it means so much! Thank you! I pray every day for you and your family. Just a few minutes ago I paused and prayed again when two requests were texted to me. The weather is turning beautiful this week and the prayers add to this goodness!
Today I followed my own song lyrics…”lift your eyes above the waves and see beyond the storm…God is strong He won’t be blown by the wind…
That’s beautiful, Gary. I’ll sing along. 🙏🏻🎶
I posted it…for an encouragement to others
I’ll go visit! That’s fantastic, Gary. You’re a blessing!
Gary, your voice is that of an Angel! This song moved me to tears. How can I download it? I grew up singing around my Mom’s piano. Many of us. Music moves me. I can feel the power of Christ in you through your words. “Even today he calms the waters,…even today, he’ll calm your heart.” Currently, at Silver Dollar City, there’s a Southern Gospel Picnic going on. I miss being down in that area, and this song touched me. This song needs to be heard by all who are looking for encouragement and hope. As you said in your post, it means even more because of your relationship with Christ. What a gift, Gary. I was singing with you. 🎶😭🙏🏻🙏🏻🎶
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It was so lovely to hear your voice and how much you were enjoying yourself. 😀
Aww, thank you, Lesly. That’s so sweet.❤️
Such great positive energy, Karla! Hang in there, luv. You’re wrapped in prayer and afloat on God’s love.
Steve, it’s so good to see you, my friend. I feel the prayers and love. It really lifts me! I hope you’re well!🙏🏻
Wow! What an exciting game! A great reward to those faithful few who stuck around to see it through to the thrilling conclusion. And so many great analogies for the game of life, as you have so skillfully pointed out. Praise God for those loyal fans and teammates who stick it out and keep cheering us on when the going gets tough and things look hopeless. You have an entire stadium full of those, Karla… including me!
Keep the faith and please keep writing and pointing to God’s work in your life.
Russell
You not only cheer me on, you’re like a pat on the back saying, “You’ve got this little buddy! God has you!” Thank you, Russell, for being a loyal fan and sticking it out with me. It was such a fun experience. Once I left a St. Louis Cardinals game early, only to have them make a comeback (not like the World Series in 2011!). So many sports and activities are analogies aren’t they? I can’t help but praise the parallels. The young gal, Eleanor, and I spoke of the possibilities of them winning. I immediately thought of my little grandkids, whom I adore, and my adult sons and families, for them, and to other family members, it’s best I stick it out through the game; and in it. Thank you for encouraging my writing, too. I really really love it! I hope you do too! Blessings to you both. 🙏🏻
Oh what an awesome blessing for you! I doubt God cares who wins baseball games, but this one sounds like a special gift for you. Wonderful story Karla!
Thank you, Pete! You nailed it! I often laugh about the things we find so entertaining or purposeful (entertainment is not what I live for for sure!), that God could care less for~but I do believe in the hearts~especially those who play, don’t play, or just watch! I know you do too. Recently, at a large stadium filled with a huge crowd, I had this thought of everyone being there to see Jesus live in person! Would it be a sell out crowd? Would 5,000 be even fed? You see where I’m going with this, Pete. I’ve come to find the simple joys in nature; and this game was such a special gift. Even more so now than ever, as I know what truly matters! I can take such things light in fun (have you ever been around those who get upset at games? Little league to Big leagues? Yikes!). Many blessings, Pete!
We used to love going tje see aaa bas eball with our kids and grandkids for afun and not too pricey night out!
Yes! I grew up on a ball field, in a way, and my sons played. Such great memories!
What a great analogy of the trials in the “game of life.” Praying for you.
I appreciate your prayer and kind comments, Sheryl! Thank you so much. 💕
yes ! miracles do not always have to be big 🙂
Hello, my friend! You know! Sending hugs and prayers, John, across a big pond with a bigger God! Here’s to recovery! 🙏🏻💛
Thank you kind lady, and I have seen many beautiful things, even in those seemingly small bits that are treasures to behold. Your calling in your film was the heart of a winner my friend, one to go the distance for that home run. And they were believers, that is indeed something to never forget…and you stayed for it. If that isn’t a keeper in your heart I don’t know what is. Stay safe Karla, you and Finn. I shall return soon to cheer you guys on too 😀❤️🙏
Hooray, hooray Mark! I know you’ve experienced the change~cocoon to a butterfly over and over. I know you know miracles. It’s fun to share stories “with the choir”. You are so kind and thoughtful, my friend. You believe just as I believe. The small and the big! I’m thinking of the miracle for your website, too. 😉🤭💕 you deserve it. We will stay safe~please do the same! 🤗💛🙏🏻🎶🐛 🦋
Well, I was in the middle of writing this when it just disappeared from my screen! Let me try again.
This was such a positive and uplifting post Karla. I am not a sports fan, at all. Nada. But when you were describing the game, I found myself cheering in my recliner! 😳The excitement in that stadium must have been contagious.
Miracles come in all sizes and shapes. If you need proof, just look at all the humans and animals, our plant life, oceans and atmosphere. You are due for a miracle and I believe it’s not far off.
Please take time to rest and rejuvenate. Spend as much one-on-one with your family and friends as you can. When that’s not possible, then text, email and FaceTime with them. Do not ever worry about responding to me. Not necessary. You have more pressing things to tend to now. Focus on getting yourself as strong and healthy as possible. Stay focused on your upcoming surgery and how you can best prepare for it.
I’ll be here when it’s done and we can “talk” then! I know it’s a ways off, but good things are always worth waiting for.
Love and prayers are on a direct route to you. Hugs and belly rubs for sweet Miss Finley for being your biggest cheerleader!
Ginger 💞
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Just a heads up Ginger, my site just went down now so all quiet on the blog front for a while. I shall go have a coffee on the beach for both you and Karla now 😀❤️🙏
Thanks Mark. I appreciate you letting me know. Can’t wait until you’re up and running again.
In the meantime, enjoy a break from blogging and all the headaches trying to make this change.
See ya later alligator! Ginger
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After while, crocodile!
Oy vey, Mark! Ick! You’ve handhelds this better than I could~I had these issues when writing my little book. And several lately on my site, but not like you. Ginger and I are cheering you on. Sip sip hooray to patience~you deserve an award and a miracle! It’s a sign to enjoy the coffee, beach, wave at whales,… do whatever your big heart desires! 💕🙏🏻
You’re one of the most thoughtful humans I’ve ever met, Ginger. Your words are encouraging. They’re always a mix of wisdom, humor, wit, good sense, love, and compassion. It’s the package! It’s here, in this space, that communication is easiest. Here, words can flow and friends understand ~even with few words, too. Finn and I love you. And I can’t wait to share the future miracles! You deserve them~they are indeed all around. I notice them and give gratitude. I’ll never take them for granted, Ginger.💕🙏🏻🤗
Oh, Ginger! I’m sorry about the response disappearing ~it does that to me! I had a heck of a time responding to Gary at his site! And poor Mark! Are you there, Mark? We’re leaving a light on for you. 🤭💛
Haha, thank you kind lady. Your light is always looked for 😀❤️🙏
You know, hearing about the game from you was exciting, but your words (and the awesome video, amateur or not, your voice & laugh is all things beautiful) put us all there as we cheered with you!! Your analogy of game & life is so true and simple to those who cling to Christ. I love that you stuck it out; kept rooting and finding more excitement for the end goal. You’ve never been part of the dwindling down crowd and you go the extra bases all the time. I’m praying for miracles!!!!! We believe and know they have their time and place in any game. I am so very proud of you and love you fiercely…..❤️
Play Ball!!!
Bunny🐰
Thank you, bunny 🐰 you’re one of my biggest cheerleaders. Your words mean so much~”You’ve never been part of the dwindling down crowd…” you have a way with words, wombmate. Thank you for literally being by my side. I’m so proud of you too~I love you so much my pancreas hurts. And my liver. And I love you fiercely! God is so good!💕❤️💜👭
Karla! I believe in miracles! (Isn’t that a song lyric?) Anyway I enjoyed the suspense of the ballgame and the happy come-from-behind victory… It may just be a ball game or it could be a reminder that hope is what miracles are built on! I’m hoping and praying that your miracle is on the horizon…. <3 <3 <3
I love it, Val~”It may just be a ballgame or it could be a reminder that hope is what miracles are built on!” Hope~the building block for miracles. I believe, as you, in a God that works through ANYTHING ~a bush, a donkey, and a stick,~~~why not baseball? I see him at work in everything! The secret? Giving HIM the credit! HE deserves it all! I feel it coming, Val. I’m moving in peace. 💕🙏🏻 give the the group my hugs and love tonight too. I can’t wait to share this with my support group tomorrow. ❤️🥰
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Thank you my dear friend!❤️❤️❤️
I’m going to keep my “head in the game” and my heart and soul in good communion with Christ. Amen and Amen, Karla. What a game and most of the fans missed the best part. They didn’t stay in the game. How many times have I left the game early?!!
The best part is keeping your heart and soul in good communion with Christ!!
Love, hugs, and prayers always ♥️🤗🙏🏻
Good morning, sweet Pam! I have left early in the past. My friend, Ashley, asked me how I was doing. I was starting to hurt. I thought I could hurt at home or stay there, in the midst of fun, and hurt. I had medicine with me and I was in good hands. How could I not stay? It paid off. I love the life going on around me, Pam. There’s so many miracles, and good, if we choose to focus on it. I know you and Butch have sweet souls and hearts for Christ. I love you all! 💕🙏🏻🥰
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I am so glad you stayed. Yes, we must focus on all that God is doing around us! Love you, my friend 🙏🏻🎶💛
I live every day knowing that each day is a gift – the miracle of life born from a renewed will to live. Karla, you too know what a gift each day is – and even the days when the sun “don’t shine” are always better than the alternative. Thank you for sharing your life and your labors, your love and your longing for God with all of us. Your words give deeper meaning to my day – your life gives even more. Praying for you always.
What a beautiful response, Erika. I was up for several hours last night. During that time (sun was not shining), I read a devotion, listened to music, and watched an off-grid family on YouTube living life to the fullest. You live knowing the gifts we have each day. I join you, my friend. I’m so happy my words being meaning. That touches my heart. I lift your name as you do mine. Much love my friend.❤️🙏🏻
What a game and proof that miracles do exist. We will all keep praying. 🙏
Diane, thank you so much. Your prayers are appreciated by me and my family! On another note, I tried to comment on a “don’t peek” chicken recipe and it failed to work. I really enjoy stopping by your kitchen for recipes when I can. Prayers and hugs! Karla
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I love you, Sue. I pray for your challenges, your soul filled strategies and victories. I admire you. 🙏🏻💕❤️
Truly, I don’t feel admirable. Working with kids is like being a pro baseball player. It’s surprising how how many strike outs before hitting home run. Key is to keep swinging. Kinda how you need to be with treatment & medical care. It’s humbling th
Aw, I understand, Sue. I feel that way too. In the 7 years I was on your team, you hit a lot of home runs, my friend. I’ll keep swinging, my friend! I love you!💕🙏🏻
Well I’ll be dipped, Karla! I’m quite convinced the Baby Birds conjured that bottom-of-the-ninth you gotta believe rally just for you and your gang. This is a story to treasure. Thank you for making me smile so widely this morning, my friend. Baseball, you betcha, faith down there on the diamond.
Mark! If I would’ve had your number you know I would’ve called you all! I was going to send this to you in the case you might not see it. You were there! Lol “Well, I’ll be dipped!” Tee hee. Little Eleanor and I were thinking of all the ways we could help the Cardinals rally. We were sure the curses needed lifted! Ha! We spoke of the tiny bird~a Cardinal?, that flew at our faces, the way the wind shifted, how the stadium was “feeling”…it was a sheer hoot! I’ll treasure it. Her mom and dad walked ahead afterwards. Dad found a coin someone had laid on the train tracks. When they brought me home, Eleanor gave that to me. Smiling and hugging her, I thought of my grandkids, kids in general today, that need and deserve hope. Sometimes a ball field can lead to much bigger talks of faith! It’s the small things, Mark! You know! I knew you’d smile. Faith on a diamond~love it, my faithful friend! 🙌🏻🙏🏻
How wonderful and amazing, Karla!!! Praise God!!! Last week on Monday, we both received news of miracles. I heard the words “cancer free.” I’m praying the same for you and believing your upcoming surgery will be miraculous!!! Sending love and big hugs from Texas ❤️🙏🏻…
Crystal, I’m so happy and elated for you (I can’t type the amazing WOO HOO and squeal sound I did!). I’m over the moon excited and praising God to hear, “Cancer free” for YOU, MY FRIEND! This is an answered prayer! You have been an inspiration to me! I’m praying and believing with you! Crystal, my oldest son and DIL and grandkids live in Abilene (transferred last year from the base in Alaska!). I’ll take the love and hugs from Texas and send the same to you from Missouri! Love you and am so so happy to hear your news! Yay!!! 🥰💪💕🙌🏻🙌🏻👏🏻🫶🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 God bless you!!!
Karla, I have this thing where I feel amazing WOO HOOs and squeals whether I hear them or not! We’re both celebrating God’s generosity and answered prayers!
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Also so happy your kids and grandkids are in Abilene now! Make that loads and loads of love from Texas!
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That’s so amazing, Crystal! 💕💕💕💕💕🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻
Great, Karla! Any sporting analogies are great…even if I, as a Brit, am not well educated in baseball, I get the principle. I love looking for God in the parable, the miracle and in the ordinary stuff of everyday life.
Thank you, Malcolm! I learn from you! I seek it out too! I appreciate your encouragement, kindness, prayers, and support! I was just thinking again about Criket and Christians! 😃
Miracles are all around us we just have to open our heart to see them.
So true, Pam! I know you find them! I appreciate you so much, my friend! 💛
I love this story! It just goes to show why we should “never give up.” Miracles do happen, but we have to “get in the game” first. Always praying for you and yours!
Ann, thank you so much! Your prayers and encouragement help me in never giving up! I appreciate you so much 💛🙏🏻
Field of Dreams, Karla!
Yes! I love that, Jennie! 💛🙌🏻🙌🏻
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Wrapping you up in miracle prayers, Karla dear ….You are a mood booster and I thank you for sharing your goodness of spirit. Blessings + Mary
Mary, thank you so much. I feel the warmth of the prayers! You encourage me too! Blessings!💛🙏🏻
This is a heaven-sent perfect analogy, Karla!
I’m like Ginger, not a sports fan at all but you don’t have to be to see the beautiful parallels such as the one about the four players who walked, “They scored without ever having to strike a ball with their bat. It happens. But I doubt these guys will be allowed to stop practicing their swing!” I’ll keep practicing, you’ll keep practicing, and listening to the Coach aka the Holy Spirit.
Happy day, Manette! I have no doubt you’ll be “swinging away!” I know you follow the Coach! Your prayers, love, and support help me so much! Thank you, dear friend.
Jesus shares his victory with us. For those who know Jesus, this life is the worst we will ever experience. Ahead of us is a reality so wonderful that we cannot comprehend it,
Truth! Yes! There’s a saying, “If you know, you know.” I want others to know, too. I heard it my whole life. But it wasn’t until I truly experienced the miracles in my life, that I really knew in my soul.
Keep following and believing in the sign(s). Miracles Ahead. Prayers, Jane
I sure will, Jane. It’s so good to see you. You’re a precious lady and friend. 💕🙏🏻💛
They so sound like my so called football team. Over 100 years since our last league title, nearly 70 years since our last domestic cup. I was 5 when we won our last thing. Yet still every game 52000 turn up and hope. That hope in Newcastle United might be a tad forlorn but the hope provided by God never fails. ❤️❤️
Amen, my friend. I love visiting your area through your words. It’s always inspiring! go Newcastle United! 💛❤️💕
Congrats on the win! As in life, sometimes miracles happen at the last inning.
Well-said! Thank you so much! I appreciate you!
I hope your surgery goes well
Thank you so much! I appreciate you!
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