Yes, we are living in challenging days. Nobody in the entire world is exempt. Everyone is affected in some way, even if it isn’t directly. Many have found it difficult to focus, hard to find enough energy to accomplish routine … Continue reading →
Out of the nine fruits of the spirit found in Galatians: Love, Joy, Peace, Patience, Kindness, Goodness, Faithfulness and Self-Control, which one do you struggle with most? For me, it has to be patience, and I know I’m not alone. … Continue reading →
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 →
Several years ago I purchased an tatty old My Child Doll on eBay. She had a broken eye, a stained body, knotty hair and a scuffed face. The photos here are very low quality, but I think you get the … Continue reading →
It lives on the edges of my mind, permeating everything I do. Without it, I’m sad, downcast, listless, feeling like my life doesn’t matter. But then hope walks in and changes everything. Even David of the Bible recognized the power … Continue reading →
I can’t remember a Christmas I didn’t put out decorations of some kind. Some years I put them out with a certain excitement and anticipation of something wonderful. Other years I was less enthusiastic, decorating more out of obligation than … Continue reading →