This weekend I am planning a nice, long post about the accomplishment of reaching 30 weeks of pregnancy! Woohoo! But, as tomorrow is a long day of in-service meetings (and Valentine's), a quick update is in order tonight. Abigail is doing wonderfully! Is she small? Yes. Is she still as happy as a clam? Absolutely.... Continue Reading →
Bits of this and a lot of that
Words compete with thoughts that compete with dreams that compete with memories that compete with prayers. Bits and pieces of the past several weeks float to the surface, fighting to be discussed, analyzed, processed through, evaluated. Yet, despite the cacophony of events and emotions surging forward, I've needed to process in near silence. Like Mary, my... Continue Reading →
What should be sweet {the makings of a miracle}
The last day of summer has arrived. Sneakily arrived, I might add, without a whole lot of fanfare or excitement. It's the last day to wake up late (which I don't do anyway). Last day to act in my right to ignore the responsibility of lesson planning, decorating a classroom, and falling in love with... Continue Reading →
Finally Back . . . Maybe
It has been days and days since I have written. To be honest, it has been days and days since life has felt normal. I'm currently sitting on my own couch, but in a room unfamiliar to me, in a house unfamiliar to me, with sounds unfamiliar to me. Last week, we made the move... Continue Reading →
A Man Beloved. Hearts Aching.
A knock on the door interrupted my Saturday afternoon. My sweet friend Tyler stood on the front porch, bearing gifts. Ben & Jerry's tucked in one hand. A card clasped in the other. She wrapped me in arms wide open, holding me as the tears began to fall . . . again. As she left, I... Continue Reading →
A pile of old journals
Father God, A pile of old prayer journals lay scattered on the floor by my bed. Love letters to You, confessions, strivings, and Bible studies from the time I was 11-years-old pour from the many pages. I am on a quest to remind myself what You have already done in my life, already said, already promised. I... Continue Reading →
Arms wrapped tight
I just woke up from a Sunday afternoon nap. I NEVER take naps. There's always too much to do, too many productive things to accomplish, too few waking moments to begin with. Today, however, my body took control and drifted off into exhausted slumber. It's been an incredible weekend spent forgetting my responsibilities and reveling... Continue Reading →
Between Denver and Dakar, Day 7
Dear David, I dropped two pennies in an Italian wishing well today, arched my neck in laughter, and then prayed for miracles. Surrounded by "Make a Wish" messages at Disney, I've been making several. Praying for the safety and health of your team in Africa. Praying for purpose in the face of your students' exhaustion.... Continue Reading →
Stargazing
“Had the wise men not followed the star they would never have seen Jesus.” ~Bill Johnson in Spiritual Java devotional (2010) What star are you following? Are you even following a star anymore, or has the reality of the pain and heartache in this world robbed you of your stargazing? Have clouds covered your dreams,... Continue Reading →
LIVE
Father God, In You, we are all complete and find our victory, hope, and salvation in Your Love (Colossians 2). As a daughter of the King, I am not lacking in anything. Oh, may I abide in that rest and peace today! Last night, I finally broke down, realizing that I can't carry my burden... Continue Reading →
