Followed by Mercy
In a matter of minutes I was presented with two scenarios, I am either a poor example of protection and security over my children, or a rich one.
What Am I Exalting?
The wicked strut about on every side
When vileness is exalted among the sons of men. Psalm 12:8 NASB
When I read that verse this morning, the first thought I had was of conflicts we are hearing about around the world. Obama, Kerry, Putin, Syria……
Good Seed for Long Furrows
The line of pain runs down from my lower back, through my left hip and radiates through my leg: here, there, tight, loose, numb, excruciating and stiff.
It’s been a long couple of weeks. Sleepless nights, comfortless rest, painful living-it-out re…
My Everything
I see so many quotes, articles, messages, letters, all sorts of wordy ways to say how important someone is to someone else.
I understand it’s important to communicate these things. I understand how heartfelt and sincere everyone is.
I can’t jo…
Circular Breathing
I remember someone saying to me that there are some musicians and singers who have trained themselves in circular breathing. Inhaling while they are still pushing out notes. It’s not easy, and it’s not natural.
I was never able to do it. I really…
Feed Your Blessings
Sitting in my usual spot on the back porch I’m amazed as my stillness allows the presence of tiny winged creatures to buzz nearer to me than I am accustomed. These colorful fellows and subdued dames with long beaks and fragile frames dart in and out of…
Helper, the Friendly Lion
Summer break is officially over. Friday was the first day for of school for our boys. It was a big day, a big weekend and a big joy.
My fun loving, social boy, Aron, has been ready for school for months and months. He’s been chomping at the bit to…
Summer Break
This isn’t something I thought I’d ever do, but I have some summer to spend with my boys and I think I need to spend it.
No blogging (though I will still be writing as I need to), no facebook lurking (though I’m sure I’ll have some of their materia…
Tuesday Refreshment
I know it’s Friday, but I want to talk about Tuesday for a minute.
The boys and I had such a refreshing dinner Tuesday evening. Two of the little guys had field day at school and that means Aron and I had field day too. Aron joined right in the com…
Straight Pins & Multiplication
I learned to multiply one spring when I was four years old, sitting on top of an olive green Speed Queen Washing Machine.