Tribute to a Mother
How can I write about a person who had so much influence on my life and lived to age ninety-three?
Heritage of a Grandmother
Although I wish I could have experienced the loving influence of Grandma Richert here on earth, I look forward to meeting her one day in heaven.
Kiss the Wave
We were on a rafting trip down the DesChutes River one hot August afternoon. We were having an exhilarating time riding the rapids, not minding getting wet.
The Robin Reminds
The Spirit was with me in my darkest hours.
From Sorrow to Wisdom
This week, I was driving along a busy street, thinking about what I'd do when I got home. I glanced out to my left and remembered what used to be there. We live in the east part of our city where a lot of growth is taking place. Where once an airport sat with the [...]
A Song with Hope and Promise
When I heard the song, it took me back.
An Amazing Story
Whenever I see my writing in print, I get excited. It's a banner day when I see my words in print with my byline next to it. I flipped through the five or so pages of the brochure. There it was, right on the front page. "God Cancels a Wedding and Supplies a Husband, their title for the article. I'd called it, "Two Amazing Prayers."
Inspiration isn’t Instantaneous
How can I trust and delight in the Lord?
It Was Love
We celebrate Valentine's Day, but what's the story around it?
Peace in the Storm
I've been in storms--physical and mental. The best tranquility I ever received was when I called out to him. I can tell you, he hears our cries. He's right there alongside of you.