Putting a pen to paper and writing down the things I am grateful for, thankfulness has been at the top of my “essential for survival” list. These are difficult days for so many, and while I am blessed that my life has not been altered financially (yet!) and I have no serious health issues, I…
Oh yes you did. You rolled your eyes. And covered your face. And eagerly walked away from the one who carried you for nine months– and has carried you ever since. The hugs you once demanded are becoming rare, now that you think you’re “too old” for Mom’s affection. But time is slipping away, and…
Some days it is only a flicker. But even the smallest light will shine in the darkness. Being human means that I don’t always feel like living up to the world’s definition of “Shine”, but God’s definition is a very different one: At that time, when you call, the Lord will answer; when you cry out, He…
I like routine. But life happens. And life is seldom routine. No matter what stage of life you find yourself in, there is always a need for balance. Some days I just feel like I am shuffling neglect. Choosing one thing over another means that something is put on hold–hopefully not to the detriment of…
It’s nice to have a doctor in the family. To quote Dr. Seuss, “Everyone should have one of these at home!” We have an especially kind one that never minds us asking medical questions. His knowledge and perspective are invaluable, and because we love and trust him, his opinion matters. I have also had the…
Apparently I have been slowly murdering my husband for 35+ years… “You’re killing this time-oriented man!” We are very different, this man and I. He comes from a family of all boys. Everything is a competition and everyone is in this competition whether they want to be or not. Like the driver in front of…
👠 It is high time to step out of those STILETTOS 👠 Let your hair down. Leave off the makeup and put on something comfortable, then carefully consider what I am about to say. While dressing up is fun on occasion, spending way too much time trying to impress will WEAR.YOU.OUT. I know that sometimes you just wanna…
I LOVE how the old, old story never gets old. How every time I look at it, my perception changes. It changes how I see God and how I see myself. Mary, travelling on a donkey. Nine months pregnant. Sleeping in a barn. No room in the inn.
I’m a photographer wannabe. I’ve never owned a really good camera, so playing around with my iPhone, Adobe Photoshop, Picasa, and iPhone Apps like Instagram and A Beautiful Mess keep me satisfied… for the time being. I’ve considered buying a more complicated camera, but every time I do, I talk myself out of spending the…
