I didn’t laugh every moment of every day of this week. In fact, I shed a tear or two, if I remember correctly. But I thank You, Lord, for the laughter I shared with friends as well as the chuckles no one heard but You and me and the dogs. I thank You for helping me laugh at myself when,… Read More
I mentioned a few posts ago that I learned how to be a good friend by watching my mom be a friend. Indeed, I’ve learned quite a few things by watching my mom. She’s a pretty sharp gal. In fact, it’s occurred to me lately that there are many habits or ways our older generations possess which are slowly but… Read More
You showed up on a great day! I need some help. That’s not something I often admit, unfortunately. But I’m gladly reaching out for your opinion today. We’re in the process of getting a new, fresh, more up-to-date and inviting cover for my first book, The View from My Front Porch. This 4-week Bible study is a woman’s guide to… Read More
Sunday in my husband’s sermon, he reminded me (oh, and other people were there, too!) that men especially need the respect and affirmation of their wives. In fact, Shaunti Feldhahn, author of For Women Only: What You Need to Know about the Inner Lives of Men, says that her research shows men crave their wives’ respect more than anything else–more… Read More
As you look back on the week just lived may your regrets vanish in the presence of God’s grace. May you find that God was quick to convict you of mistakes made and may you take comfort in that rebuking, knowing that a good Father corrects a child He loves. And if only now your eyes are opened to the… Read More
13 Things Our Children Need to Catch Us Doing As I was making my daughter a peanut butter and honey sandwich, I got caught. She caught me licking the little bit of yummy, golden honey that had stayed on the outer edge of the jar after I’d poured a hearty helping out. Yep. I got caught at something I truly… Read More