Embrace the Pace

[written over two days] Do you ever long for long days of rest, relaxation, reflection, and simply days without structure … More

The Ghosts of Holidays Past

Last night, we went to the theatre to watch the new movie, “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever.” When I worked … More

Recently, some of the ladies at church had a little painting excursion. Our town has a painting room for decorative … More

Grief is a funny thing. (funny, as in odd) Saturday, was a jolly day with decorating, family time, and game … More

Over my life, I have been in a bad habit of over-explaining myself far too often. Granted, there are times … More

“As Jesus and the disciples continued on their way to Jerusalem, they came to a certain village where a woman … More

In doing a personality test several years back, I discovered that my personality type is considered the rarest, making up … More

My son looked at my full-sized (but not too big) Christmas tree covered with homemade ornaments from when he and … More

I sat down this morning in my office/writing room/reading room to read and pray— and drink my coffee. I debated … More

As I sit here on a beautiful Saturday morning…sun shining…birds singing…it is the Saturday between Good Friday and Easter Sunday. … More

Folks who know me well, know that I love the cold weather, and especially the snow, about as much as … More

The house became mine and mine alone a little bit ago…well, at least for a few minutes! I had planned … More

As long a I live, may I never fail to marvel and cherish the wonderment of the changing of seasons.