Today is Thanksgiving and it feels different to me than others have. Our family is smaller, more scattered across the country than ever before. Two nieces have moved to Philadelphia. My daughter, her husband, and seven children now live in … Continue reading →
As the holiday season approaches, it’s nice to remember the traditions that are carried over year to year within your family. One of my sisters makes French meat stuffing like my mother used to when we were kids. My other … Continue reading →
“Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful.” Colossians 4:2 Around this time of year, before we’ve had a chance to empty the Halloween candy bowl or carve the Thanksgiving turkey, the big toy sales fliers start arriving and kids … Continue reading →
Next week many families and friends will gather around the table to enjoy a hearty meal. Turkey, potatoes, cranberry relish, and pumpkin pie will be popular items on the menu. It’s a time to pause and give thanks not only … Continue reading →
My mom will be 94 next week. Her heart’s desire has been to stay in the home my father built for her 65 years ago. She is mentally alert and loves being in her home, but recent falls which resulted … Continue reading →
I am writing to you as one parent to another. My heart aches because my daughter has been targeted by mean girls at her school. This is not new. It is something that started in middle school and seems to … Continue reading →