Sometimes my favorite conversations are those when I say nothing at all, but just sit and listen to the interaction between the participants. That’s what happened to me this past week, as I visited my husband’s family in California. It was a typical gathering of his siblings — always plenty to eat and drink, along … More I remember
Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.* As my birthday approached, I kept hearing a familiar phrase go through my mind: 55 Alive! Yep, that’s right, I’m the double digits today that bring any semi-aware person to the reality that they’ve finally arrived at an age they only thought possible for … More Number our days
I’ve been striving to listen for God to speak to me for the year ahead…for my life in general. It’s amazing how, when we’re attentive, he uses different avenues to reach us with his message. I’m thankful for what he’s spoken through his Word, through emails from friends, and through a recent visit. How do … More No longer two, but one
I was going to sit down and read this afternoon, but the sun was actually shining and the warm weather drew me out into my small back yard. Since the first frost killed my roses budding on the vines, I have been wanting to prune. Today was my chance. I changed into my garden shoes, … More Pruning
I had a wonderful professor in seminary, Dr. Lacoste Munn, who, when speaking about a God’s Word, said it was “shallow enough for a child to wade in and deep enough for an elephant to swim in.” I have found that true throughout my life, and while much of the time I prefer the shallow … More A spacious place
It was a beautiful day. The sun was out, and I made a plan to get out of the house. After doing a bit of shopping and enjoying a drive in the countryside, I went down a familiar street and stopped where everything stops — at the cemetery. I had a pitcher of water, a … More Some stains are hard to remove
It’s fun to watch how social media sites like Facebook reflect what’s happening at any given moment in the lives of your “friends”. The beginning of the school year reveals pictures of children with smiles and new backpacks, while holidays show food and family. The change of seasons bring leaves, flowers or snow. Today my … More Your Rights
He wasn’t talking about Peter when he said, “And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.” No, you have to read the whole passage in Matthew 16, to understand what Jesus was saying. He’d … More The Gates of Hell
I’ve worked hard this week, and though I wasn’t sure I had the energy, I was really looking forward to doing something fun with my family. We planned to attend our first-ever National Banana Pudding Festival in Centerville, Tennessee. I had no idea what to expect, but when banana pudding is in the name, it … More The proof’s in the pudding
I was lost in writing when I was reminded of a song that I used to absolutely love by The Carpenters. (I blame my sister for all my knowledge of Carpenter lyrics). Rainy days and Mondays always get me down.* This morning, I woke up to find a message from my sister-in-law. She had attached … More Rainy Days and Mondays
