My heart holds sweet memories of every child I’ve ever hosted. Tucking them into bed. Laughing with them at funny mishaps and hugging them tight when they were hurt. Watching each one develop friendships with my children. Reading stories and talking about God. Getting to […]
One of the delights of country living is the watching the landscape change with the seasons. I have a front row seat to the lazy transformation of fields from whitewashed in winter to windswept russet …
I have a friend whose children have an uncanny ability to break bones only when she is out of state. Apparently they like to simultaneously scare their parents and traumatize the unfortunate grandparent left in charge. At least that …
I have a confession to make. I always thought I had it worse than all of you regular school moms this time of year. While you were jumping for joy to have your kids out of …
Once upon a time I tried to become a runner. The problem was, I could only run one mile (down a slight incline) before my body managed to convince me of certain death should I …
A few months ago my daughter skipped down the hall after Sunday School and breathlessly announced she wanted to be baptized. I asked what prompted this sudden desire and she excitedly informed me she'd learned …
The after-service pancake breakfast was in full swing. Kids and adults milled about the multi-purpose room chatting amicably and scarfing down flapjacks together as one big church family. I was nibbling on a pancake when …
I envy friends who can drop their kids off at Grandma's house for a weekend. Having lived away from family for my entire marriage and parenting years, I've never had the luxury. Add to that …
When I was young, I used to lie in bed at night and pray for my future husband. I was enamored with the knowledge that the boy I'd marry was out in the world somewhere, …
Any horse owner will tell you that horses are forever trying to kill themselves. Mine is no exception. Last month Gem was slammed against the gate latch in a multi-horse attempt to escape to the back …
