Twenty-five years ago last month, a strong and tenderhearted young man and I walked down the aisle in the chapel of a very large church near downtown Phoenix. July in Phoenix is probably less than optimal as…
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In the stress and strain of our days, the noise drowns out our voices. We long to be heard…trying to shout over the noise and others. Do you ever feel the need to shout at Jesus for Him…
I love seeing the body of Christ come together for someone in need. I had the privilege this past weekend to join a dozen sisters in Christ, from varied backgrounds, for the benefit of a young mother who…
What is it you NEED most today? Peace—to be still and know that God is in control of your life and future? Grace—to be able to let go of all that needs done and do…
The extremes of life tug and strain at me. Immense joy and great sorrow occupy the same home, my heart. I am amazed I can even stand up straight—I think I should be whirling like my mind and…
Finally, we have arrived. The week of Christmas is upon us. Decorations are hung, the tree is lit and wrapping is in progress. The kitchen smells of sweet spices and savory treats. We do all of this because…
Airplane tickets, rental car and a hotel, all to surprise a niece who needed some love. That’s family. Sixteen people surrounding a table filled with taco fixings again on a Saturday night. That’s family. Huddled around a medical bed…
Adventure awaits…apart from the adventure of parenting, it has been awhile since I have been on an adventure. I love to explore new places, learn about things of old, and spend time doing something different. That is exactly what…
Today is a walk down memory lane. It is not often we stand in a moment of time and know that we are creating a new memory for our treasuring. This week ahead of me will be full of…
Every morning, the rooster beckons the sunrise with a call for all to be reminded, it is a new day. In reading and reflecting during this Lent season, I am captivated by Peter’s denial of Christ. Jesus tells Peter,…