Because everyone loves a good story
How God Saved Me: An Easter Story
Growing up, I heard the gospel (the good news that Jesus came to forgive us) from every angle: from my parents, church, story books, vacation Bible school, evangelists, and even Christian children’s records. Yes, records. I’m that old. But somehow my takeaway was always,…
“Caterpillar” by Christina Rossetti
Were you a caterpillar kid? I know I was. Growing up in Michigan, I loved finding “wooly worms” in the fall. Their black and orange stripes stood out boldly against the dry, brown leaves, and I couldn’t wait to hold them, coiled up into…
My Best Piece of Parenting Wisdom
This week I had the privilege of sending a letter to a sweet friend who’s expecting her first baby. She and her husband are absolutely wonderful, and their families are fantastic. She’s the last person who really needs parenting advice from someone like me….
Promised Land Pie: A Story and a Recipe
“I gave you a land on which you had not labored and cities that you had not built, and you dwell in them. You eat the fruit of vineyards and olive orchards that you did not plant.” Joshua 24:13 We moved into our new…
“Passing and Glassing” by Christina Rossetti
Aging is inevitable, but aging with grace is optional. Rossetti uses mirrors and fading flowers to contrast two views of growing old.
Selections from Shel Silverstein
Poetry can be a serious endeavor–but not always! Shel Silverstein shows us how poems written for kids can be just as fun and instructive for adults too.
Enjoy a few of these short classics, and see how poetry can enhance your day and your life!
Pictures of my New House Progress
This post isn’t a post; it’s an excuse for why I don’t have time to write a post. Also, it’s a lot of pictures.
Merry Christmas!
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