The Valentine’s Gift That Keeps On Giving
“Love is patient, love is kind, it does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud, it is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no records of wrongs. Love… Read More
Guard Your Heart
“Above all else, guard your heart, for it is the wellspring of life,” Proverb 4:23. It’s a tough world out there, full of nasty thoughts, words, and images. It’s a world that’s becoming more and more counter to… Read More
Making Plans
“Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and your plans will succeed,” Proverbs 16:3. It’s still January, still the beginning of the year, and I’m still making my 2015 plans. Yes, I’m getting a slow start, but it’s… Read More
Raising an International Child
I taught my little girl to love and pray for the world, even as a toddler. All it took was a blow up globe and a little fun. As she grew, a globe on the kitchen table gave… Read More
Let’s Not Miss Him
As we wind up our Christmas celebration and look toward the New Year, I think about the words to the following song. Bethlehem missed the Savior’s coming. Then Jerusalem missed the Savior’s work on the cross. And us,… Read More
A Baby Changes Everything
It’s been a fun week with a two year old, a four year old, and an eight month old in the house. Our home is happy and busy, loud and cheery, and definitely full of life. Those three… Read More
Face-to-Face
In just a few days, my three adorable granddaughters will be coming for Christmas. It’s been over six months since I’ve held them and giggled with them and seen them face-to-face. And although Skype and texting keep us… Read More
Love Came for Me
As I’ve been decorating and baby proofing my home in eager expectation of my daughter, son-in-law, and three sweet granddaughters coming all the way from South Africa, I crank the Christmas music and enjoy the season. But more… Read More
The Adventure of Thankfulness
For the past few years I’ve been doing the “30 Days of Thankfulness” challenge, posting what I’m thankful for each day of November. Maybe next year you can join me in this adventure or at least the rest… Read More
Add to the Beauty
Sara Groves’ song, “Add to the Beauty” is one of my favorites. In many ways, it’s like an anthem declaring why I write. I want to add to the beauty of life through my words. As writers, we… Read More