Grieving the Loss of a Pet Most of us are familiar with the catchphrase, “Good grief, Charlie Brown!” The words evoke the comical image of the beloved Peanuts characters, created by Charles Schulz. But can the feeling of grief ever … Continue reading →
“I will sacrifice a thank offering to you and call on the name of the Lord.” Psalm 116:17 Thankfulness awakens us to God’s presence. My heart knows this full well and hearkens my spirit … Continue reading →
By Janice D. Green Do you love getting out-of-doors? Do you enjoy identifying the plants, insects, and other creatures that you find there? In today’s world where almost everyone has a cell phone with a camera in it, and even the … Continue reading →
By Lee Ann Mancini I recently traveled to the Blue Ridge Mountains in North Carolina for the Blue Ridge Writers’ Convention. I was lucky enough to have a smooth traveling experience with nothing more to complain about than a somewhat … Continue reading →
It’s almost Father’s Day, so let’s talk dads. Dads do tons of things every day to provide for their kids. They’re pros at wrestling with them and playing tickle games. Their strength is unparalleled when it comes to carrying kids … Continue reading →
I recently had the joy of spending a week on the gulf coast of Florida with some of my grandkids. My granddaughter, who is our oldest grandchild, enjoyed mixing water and sand to create a variety of sculptures—for hours! There … Continue reading →