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This week, my son announced the upcoming closure of his recording studio, which has been his passion and full-time job for almost ten years. Although he told me this was a possibility, I wasn’t expecting the announcement to come so soon. In some ways, I’m sad, but I know his decision is God-led, therefore, I […]
Last week, my son and I climbed up the attic stairs in search of a few specific boxes. I hadn’t been in the attic for years and was surprised by all that is there: a playpen that is now too dirty to ever be used again, plastic boxes of unknown items, toys strewn willy-nilly with […]
As I begin this post, the day is dreary. Rain spatters the window and a steady breeze rustles foliage. If I allow it, the damp dreariness could cast a dark shadow over my mood. But I won’t let this happen, because, in the background, I see glistening green grass. I see beauty. Enjoy Beauty Now […]
Years ago, when my mother was alive and still living in my childhood home, the swimming pool stayed covered one summer while she was in and out of the hospital. The next year, I knew it needed to be uncovered. I expected it to be a mess, and it was. As I struggled to remove […]
March is usually the month with the most unpredictable weather. While wind is a given, temperatures are erratic. March teases us with a warm and sunny day followed by a return to cold and dreary. A chilly morning gives way to a hot afternoon, or a warm start to the day ends with blustery cold. […]
Last weekend, I taught and met with conferees one-on-one at a writing conference. I always learn at these conferences, even when serving on faculty. Not only do I learn about the craft of writing, but I gain insight into human nature. I see those with deep hurts, quirks, and a desire for self-expression. But I […]
Any time you have a dramatic life change, if you are willing, you learn from the experience. The death of a loved one presents that opportunity. Following are reflections on what I’ve learned in the last year and two months: Expect Times of Loneliness Recently, I woke up and smelled coffee brewing. Then, I realized […]
The Latin phrase tempus fugit (time flies) seems more poignant with each birthday added. No matter in what life situations we find ourselves, there is no stopping the progression of time. Time barrels forward whether we like what it brings, or not. Time-Wasters Many of us tend toward procrastination. We have plenty of time for […]
This week, I attended my oldest grandson’s basketball game. The team was excited and ready to play. A school friend was there to cheer for them, waving her glittery gold pompom and yelling encouragement. Last week, my grandson practiced shooting hoops for hours at my house. He hardly missed a basket. In the actual game, […]
Often, we use the word “love” loosely. We tie “love” to a certain food, a coffee brand, a song, a clothing line, and many other things. Then, we use the same word when we refer to people. But love is deeper than things, attraction, or passion. Love is based on foundational elements that allow love […]