“Blessed is she who has believed that what the Lord has said to her will be accomplished.” Luke 1:45 Preparing for Advent, I’m drawn to Mary’s faith. That she “simply” opened her life to the Lord as his handmaiden in … Continue reading →
A Shepherd’s Dinner is a fun family activity that the youngest (and oldest) family members can enjoy. The night Jesus was born, the shepherds “watched their flocks at night” (Luke 2:8) You and your family are about to become some … Continue reading →
Is there not a better way to help our children enjoy Christmas without that naughty little elf who plays wretched pranks when the kids aren’t looking.? After a little research I found that “YES!” there are alternatives. Not only are … Continue reading →
If you were to peek over the shoulder of a grandpa or young mom as they read the Bible with their little one, what story do you think they might be reading? There are so many choices, because from the … Continue reading →
My good friend, author and illustrator, Samantha Bell, graced me with her book Firefly Night at our critique group. It came just in time for the unit I was teaching about the autumn night. My unit included constellations, moon phases, … Continue reading →
There is power in the presence of just sitting with someone in their time of need. I know this first-hand. Seventeen years ago my family was in crisis. Our teenage daughter had run away into the night and we didn’t … Continue reading →