About me

web2 This is the bio from my last blog. I will update it someday, but wanted to put something here.

I was born in Albuquerque, NM, moved to Colorado Springs and then to Montgomery, AL. When I was 4 we moved to Alexandria, VA and lived there for 8 years. That’s where I went to Kindergarten and Elementary School.

At 12 we moved to Oak Ridge, TN, near Knoxville, and I went through my Jr. Hi and High School years there.

I grew up with four older brothers, loved playing with cars and tossing a football. My dad was a colonel in the Air Force, my mom was a 5th grade school teacher. I attended college at Baylor University in Waco, Texas where I met my amazing husband of over 30 years.

I have five phenomenal daughters, three incredible sons-in-law, and now seven absolutely adorable grandchildren. Our last two, from Uganda, arrived in October 2011 and we couldn’t be more smitten.

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on February 16, 2009 at 7:53 am | Reply Carolina Mama

Mrs. Hyatt, this is great! You’re really Southern with all of those years. I grew up one of five – four girls and one boy. Now I have boys. God Bless!
on June 29, 2009 at 1:21 pm | Reply Debbie Pair Poe

Hey sweet girl! Would love to get a phone call from you and rekindle a friendship, unless you are just too busy.

It’s been a long time but I just bet we could probably pick back up fairly quickly and with great love!

Looking forward to that opportunity:-)

Blessings,
Debbie Pair
on August 31, 2009 at 3:20 am | Reply JJ

Hi!

Found you while searching “Orthodox Christian” on Twitter. Not Orthodox myself (yet?) but I find myself attracted to the depth of theology. Anyway, will be watching your blog from afar!!
- on March 16, 2011 at 8:23 pm | Reply gailbhyatt
  
  I was just re-reading some comments and ran across yours. How’s your search going?
  - on March 16, 2011 at 9:06 pm | Reply JJ
    
    Ha! At the moment my mind is preoccupied with nuclear reactors and radioactivity! We live just a little south of Tokyo and it’s not clear yet whether or not I should be taking the family and high-tailing it out of here. But I suppose when things settle down the “search” will resume. All the Rob Bell stuff lately has got me thinking and talking lots about the orthodox perspective on hell. i think people should be listening carefully to that. But right now I have to listen carefully to the radio reports!
    - on March 17, 2011 at 6:47 am | Reply gailbhyatt
      
      Our prayers are with you in Japan. Lord have mercy.
on August 31, 2009 at 6:13 am | Reply JJ

Hi and thanks for the comment! I tried to tweet back your direct message, but it wouldn’t let me, so I’ll go here again (feel free to delete the comment after you see it). My email is fatblueman@yahoo.ca.

Yes, feeling agnostic has been a big part of the journey for me, but I don’t stay there. In fact, on your quotes page Mr. Dostoevsky is in top spot – for me that guy has been a big deal. It was Zossima in Karamazov speaking about hell that got me looking into Eastern Orthodoxy. And now I am doing a masters these on CS Lewis, and so much of what he says resonates with Eastern Orthodox themes, especially when it comes to heaven and hell.

Anyway, glad to have found your blog. I will be tuning in.
on November 11, 2009 at 8:47 am | Reply Blaforce

Hi Gail, This website contains pictures (gorgeous!) of the Orthodox Monastery in Trooditissa built in 1250 it is said to be the stronghold of Orthodox Christians. Thought you and Mike would enjoy these pictures:http://new-karfagen.livejournal.com/68319.html
on November 11, 2009 at 8:59 am | Reply gailbhyatt

Blaforce,

Thank you so much for sharing. Absolutely beautiful. Have you been there? It’s so large, very impressive. To God be the glory.
on February 5, 2010 at 12:22 pm | Reply Chandra Hester

I agree with your husband. Your blog is brilliant!
on February 5, 2010 at 5:01 pm | Reply gailbhyatt

Hi Chandra,

Thank you for stopping by and for your kind words. This writing thing is hard. I have SO much respect for those who can do it on a regular basis and keep it up.
The last time I posted was in May. Now here I am in February. Nine months later. Geesh.

“If at first you don’t succeed, try try again.” ~ My mom.
on February 25, 2010 at 10:19 am | Reply Wait to Worry : South Everett Foursquare

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on September 21, 2010 at 2:04 am | Reply ReadersHeaven

Hi, nice to meet you !
on September 21, 2010 at 3:20 pm | Reply amy cella

Hi Gail,

Some time ago you referenced a software that you found helpful for coordinating bringing meals to someone in need; new baby, sickness, etc. I’ve searched your blog and cannot find it. If you have that info at your fingertips will you send it my way?

Thank you!
Amy
on November 1, 2010 at 6:43 am | Reply Jim Forest

Send me your e-mail address, Gail. I have a response to send you re the several blog comments you made on the “On Pilgrimage” blog…

Jim
jhforest (at) gmail.com
on November 11, 2010 at 10:17 pm | Reply Amy Watson

Hi Gail, I love your blog. I stumbled on it while goggling adoption. Ive been searching for my birth parents. I guess someday I’ll figure out who I am..lol ~Amy
on December 3, 2010 at 10:05 am | Reply Cindy Tuttle

Hi Gail,

Love your website! I was wondering if you might be able to review my book Finding the Light of Jesus. I could mail the book to you and give you any information you need. Information is on my website and I can send you a press release.

Thanks for your consideration.

With Love,

Cindy
- on December 8, 2010 at 9:29 am | Reply gailbhyatt
  
  Hi Cindy,
  
  Thanks so much for visiting my site. I’m pleased that you liked it. I hope to do more blogging in the months ahead. I have lots of things I’d like to write about, I just can’t seem to settle down and focus on actually making it happen. Life.
  
  I’m not reviewing any books right now, but thanks for considering.
  
  All the best,
  Gail
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on February 23, 2011 at 6:30 pm | Reply Beware the walls crumble | SwitchingGranny

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on May 2, 2011 at 9:37 am | Reply The Sweet Christian Bride

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on July 5, 2011 at 9:20 am | Reply Barbara H.

I just clicked over here after reading your post on reading and was surprised to see you loved in Oak Ridge! We live in Powell and go to church in Oak Ridge — just saw fireworks there last night. Small world!
on July 5, 2011 at 9:20 am | Reply Barbara H.

Oops, that should have been “lived,” not “loved”…
on August 1, 2011 at 3:11 am | Reply Nicholas

Hi Gail,

Wanted to say that I have been so blessed by your husband through his blog. I am sure many people say this. He inspired me to write – I now have a blog – and to plan my life, through his free e-book. He is so generous; kindly share with him my appreciation.
on October 2, 2011 at 9:25 pm | Reply liz

Hi Gail,
Not totally sure how i came across your blog but we have some things in common… my husband graduated from Baylor and Truett seminary and we just adopted two little boys from an orphanage outside Jinja. Praying for your family!
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on December 4, 2011 at 7:54 pm | Reply Dr. Freddie Haddox

I am happy to get to know you. Your live is a great story. Thank you for the opportunity to write you and to make a new friend. Regards, Dr. Haddox
on December 5, 2011 at 4:25 am | Reply Dr. Freddie Haddox

I like your work. Dr. Haddox
- on December 5, 2011 at 7:54 am | Reply gailbhyatt
  
  Hi Freddie,
  
  Thank you so much for your kind words. I like your work, too! I hope you’re doing well. Is your farm still going strong? Do you have a link to your site?
  
  Thanks for stopping by.
  Gail