Bless and Keep and Hope
Singing has always given me peace and comfort no matter what my situation is.
Autumn, a Form of Grief
We are entering a new season--Autumn.
The Best for Last
The host of the wedding ran out of wine but the wedding festivities weren't over.
Which Voice Will You Believe?
Some people seem to breeze through tests. I wasn't one of them.
Heroes All
The Revolutionary War was hard fought and those who lived in those times were heroes--we don't know most of their names, but now we know more.
Say a Prayer
Often, we might see someone who appears unsmiling or looks grumpy. Yet, we don't know what's going on in their life.
A Perfect Father
I have many positive memories about my own father who has been gone for twenty-five years now. He was not perfect.
A Daily Ritual that Brings Hope
As I read the sermon, I choked up with emotion a few times for I sensed this might be the last time I would be with her.
Costly Freedom
What astounded me the most while touring parts of the country of France was driving to the village of Normandy.
Be Encouraged
It was my first climb up Mt. Hood. It was hard. More difficult than I ever imagined. We'd purchased the equipment we needed to make the climb. Walked through the aisles at Andy & Bax, purveyor of used outdoor equipment to save money. I resisted buying a new backpack and told my husband a borrowed pack would be fine.