Dear Time, I give you permission to s-l-o-w down. Thank you. Spring flew so swiftly. There was not a day when my calendar was not bursting, the days were filled with mostly good stuff (games, graduations, visits from family and friends,...
The other day at school, a 7th grader proudly shared with me all the foods she is giving up for Lent: chocolate, potatoes, and bread. Another student leaned into our conversation, confused. He had never heard of Lent. Student number...
"Rest is not idleness, and to lie sometimes on the grass under trees on a summer's day, listening to the murmur of the water, or watching the clouds float across the sky, is by no means a waste of time." ―John...
I am not writing today while feasting my eyes on a beautiful landscape of autumn’s delights. Nor am I wearing cute boots and a seasonal scarf. I am a southern California girl, sitting outside in shorts and bare feet, feasting...
"The Heaven's declare the glory of God; the sky displays His handiwork." Psalm 19:1 NET Whenever I spend time with a little person, I find myself in awe of their awe, especially little people around the age of three to four. This...
Anakainosiß (greek): A renewal, renovation, complete change for the better Don't you love before-and-afters? How about those TV shows where they rapidly renovate a house (oh, what a miracle could be done with mine!) or a person's body (no comment)? It's amazing and...
And be constantly renewed in the spirit of your mind [having a fresh mental and spiritual attitude]. ~Ephesians 4:23 AMP "I can't stop remembering the cross!" my four-year-old uttered these words after participating in a Good Friday observance. As worship music...
He renews my strength. He guides me along right paths, bringing honor to his name. Psalm 23:3 NLT What comes to mind when you hear the word renew? I think of a sunny morning, the day after a rainstorm. My neighborhood is sparkly, green, and...
Come on in! I'll clear my couch of dogs and blankets, then fill your mug with coffee- or would you prefer tea? Next, let's pour some Christmas perspective as we sit, chat, and prepare for the Christmas season...
"Deep summer is when laziness finds respectability" ~Sam Keen Here you are again, August. July came and went in a whirlwind, as you will too. Summer is my favorite time of year. I try holding on, but this delightful season escapes my...