Have you noticed this or is it just me? Just a few minutes of reading or watching the news can easily zap the ability to notice beauty right out of a person. It seems that there is hardship at every turn, evil on full exhibit, and a continual demise in…
Sitting on the grass, the shadows bounced around me, but I focused on the gorgeous light strokes across the night sky. The resounding booms drowned out the noise of the crowd. Hundreds of yards away, a tiny flicker captured everyone’s attention and then shot up into the sky. Suddenly, pitch…
Growing up in a tiny town, the morning sights and sounds were much different than my current suburban life. My family lived next to a small road that led to the solitary stoplight in “the city.” We heard a few cars drive past, but there was no “morning rush.” Mostly…
Each spring arrives in God’s perfect timing and this year is no different. The signs of spring’s arrival are promising progress! Last week the brave, first flowers appeared in their beds, contrasting their pretty purple hues and dark green leaves against the dull mulch. Several mornings I awoke to the…
In a world of chaos and confusion, discovering a peaceful setting feels like finding a gold mine. Shining and glistening away from busy distractions and disturbances, a few moments of quiet is a beautiful gift. While taking time to enjoy tranquil environments and serene locations is of utmost importance, finding peace…
Christmas carols fill the air; smiles and laughter are everywhere. A stroll through town reveals glistening windows boasting of tasty holiday treats and shiny red ribbon. Twinkling lights dance in unexpected places and bounce off sparkling trees. Whether you appreciate lots of gold and glitter or simple candles, the blessing…
Twas the plight before Christmas, when all through the house Everything was stirring, perhaps even a mouse; The stockings were barely hanging by a thread without care, Because little hands wouldn’t leave them there; The children were wild and dancing with glee, They truly were hyper, playing the Wii; And Daddy’s…
This post has been brewing in my head and heart for weeks. I’ve been watching my sweet Taylor girl grow thinner and weaker, fighting a battle that she never requested. When your child is dying, and especially during the stages of suffering, grieving becomes the norm. Grief doesn’t wait for…
Sometimes life is overbearing, isn’t it? I know you know what I’m talking about. On Monday night, I posted this personal explanation: Almost every day for the past two weeks, someone in the community has asked me about Taylor and told me they are praying for her. Friday at Sam’s….
Little yellow leaves from the front yard tree dance across the porch and driveway. As their bright green color fades, it seems they fall almost as quickly as they change. I love summer affectionately and part of me longs to whisper to the tree “Hold on a little longer. Come…
When I wrote One More Step, I didn’t have a workspace to call my own. I wrote in coffee shops, on my bed, on the couch, or from the dining room table. It felt like a little here, there and everywhere. Perhaps you can relate. With school starting soon, taking…
This week I’ve been taking an inventory of our family’s devotionals and thinking about what to do this year for individual quiet times. Once school begins, I will have 5 children in 4 different schools and 4 daily schedules. You can see why streamlining a quiet time routine for them…
