Drinking all the cups of coffee. Sharing all the drops of bliss. Creator of a cozy home & mama village.
"There's a peace I've come to know Though my heart and flesh may fail. There's an anchor for my soul. I can say 'It is well.'" Upheaval seems to be one of the themes of 2013 so far. In December, as I was pondering my 2013 goals, I distinctly had the impression that the Holy... Continue Reading →
As the chaos of classroom noise subsides and I close my curriculum notes for the evening, I give thanks. For three gifts of the reaping. A table-full of breads and muffins, fruits and breads - a sweet Fall gift from parents at school. Macaroni Grill take-out dishes - perhaps not in the traditional sense, but... Continue Reading →
"Our God comes with power to save us. Each of us can name what it is we long to be saved from. Today, let's imagine ourselves freer. Throughout the day, let's picture new ways of responding to challenging relationships, habitual sins, and other ruts we are in. As we envision our freedom we experience how... Continue Reading →
Dear Father God, I once remember a pastor saying that when you realize that you have lost your faith, go back to the last place that you remember standing steadfastly. Look around and evaluate where on the treacherous journey you took your eyes off Jesus and instead honed in on the billowing waves and crashing... Continue Reading →
It's time to tell the truth. Tonight, I feel the need to share the disappointment that is heavy on my heart. Maybe my yearnings and strivings will bring awareness and comfort to someone else. More than likely, however, I just need an outlet to openly wrestle with the circumstances in my life. "Why?" I ask... Continue Reading →
Father God, As I sip my vanilla spice black tea at 4:30 this morning, my heart is "filled with a good theme," as the Psalmist David would say. It is way too early for most people to be having meaningful conversations, but I truly long to commune with You this morning. My walk with You... Continue Reading →
