Too Big For Words

by | Jul 11, 2013 | Life Issues

I got the phone call very early in the morning; I knew immediately that something bad had happened. She was crying and my heart was pounding like a kick drum in my chest. My foggy brain heard the details and was trying to connect the pieces: middle of the night, heart...

Do You Believe It

by | Jun 7, 2013 | Faith

Have you ever been surprised when something you’ve been praying for actually materializes? It has happened to me, too. My reaction is something like, “Wow, God. You did it!” As I reflect on that scenario, I wonder how much faith I had exerted in my prayer times for...

Graceland

by | Jun 7, 2013 | Relationships

I was talking to my friend Sarah* about friendship the other day. She was telling me how she had been struggling because her best friend had hurt her feelings, and she was still working through it and praying for God to help her handle it well. Sarah is known for...

Garage Sale Genius

by | Jun 7, 2013 | Trends

Is your heart dancing a brisk pitter patter at the thought of getting to shop some garage sales? If so, you’re definitely not alone. It’s that time of year when people are chomping at the bit to shop at garage sales once again. If you are thinking of having one of...

Disappointed on Mothers Day

by | Jun 7, 2013 | Life Issues

Mother’s Day is not an easy day for a lot of people. Those who didn’t or don’t have a good relationship with their own mom are likely candidates. Those whose mom has passed away often find it a sad day too. And what about those who have lost a child to death,...