Around November, I got tired of responding to how things were by saying, “It’s crazy around here, as usual.” I wonder sometimes how much of my hectic lifestyle is self-created. What if I had said no to that volunteer opportunity when my … Continue reading →
If you’re reading this, you’re still here. The Mayan calendar had predicted the world would end on December 21, 2012. According to this article from NBC News, more than 30 Michigan schools opted to close for the holiday two days early, … Continue reading →
I dug inside my closet to find our Christmas things. I found some scented candles and a silver bell that rings. I dusted off the reindeer and set them on the shelf. I found some handmade … Continue reading →
Writers are often asked where their inspiration comes from. I have to admit, I never planned to write for children. The first book I finished was a women’s fiction novel. This book was co-written with one of my sisters. If … Continue reading →
It’s a wonderful time of year. It’s a frustrating time of year. Television advertisements, stores filled with toys galore, and the suggestion that we can never have enough “stuff” can create tension-filled holidays. In the true spirit of service that Christ called all … Continue reading →
Psalm 143:10 – Teach me to do Your will, for You are my God; let Your good Spirit lead me on level ground. We all have a journey and purpose in this life. There will be times when things are gliding … Continue reading →