Less Toys, More Creativity

I love being “Grammy Pammy” to not only my own grandchildren, but several children I get to invest in through various moms ministries. It is so fun to witness the different stages of growth, how the kiddos interact, and what piques their creativity. Have you ever...

The Thirteenth Man

The last lamp lit, they sat together for the meal. Twelve men gathered together in a guest room. A table had been prepared, customary for this day. The men looked at each other. Their lives had been less than ordinary. They had seen and lived what they could only...

Tangy Butternut Squash and Apple Soup

Growing up my dad would make all sorts of meals that were weird, undesirable, or just plain gross….from a 10-year-old’s perspective.  However, as I got older, I realized that sometimes he was onto something pretty delicious, and squash soup was one of...

It’s Not About Me

One night as I was lying in bed, my 5-year-old nose picked up one of my favorite smells. As I entangled my fingers in my blankie, I realized that my parents had not only sent me to bed much too early but had also decided to make my very favorite treat without me! I...