Learning the Discipline of Joy
My dear, sweet, headstrong Henny. We are quickly approaching a year since the last time I saw your precious smile or heard your infectious giggle, since I…
My grandmother “Nana” died a few weeks ago. Since I wasn’t able to be at the memorial service for my Nana, my mom asked me if I’d…
This is one of my favorite times of the year. In May, the Royal Poinciana trees bloom in brilliant flames of red and orange. In South Florida,…
They tell us love is soft and sweet. It is hearts and twinkles, roses and fairy tales, and happily ever after. It is that special feeling you…
I came across a passage in the Bible this morning that always speaks to me. It seems so simple but I forget. I am too busy in…
About a week after Henry died, I told my husband that I felt like God had entrusted us with a great sacred pain and that He would…
“It’s so unfair!” I have heard this sentiment frequently from people as we talk about my life right now. I feel it too. Lots of things currently…
“What if I’m not lovable?” This is one of life’s central questions. As children, we learn that there are some things that we can do that result…
Two years ago, in December of 2014, we had a new baby. We were staying in a condo on Panama City Beach. The beach was perfect –…
As I see it, there are mountains, beautiful snow capped mountains. It is a sunny day and the birds are chirping out a melody. The air is…
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