Christmas Reminder

It was almost Christmas week, when merriment and expectation should mingle with the aroma of great foods and family gatherings.  But that was not the case the Christmas my husband left us.  There was no Christmas cheer in our home, no money for gifts or even a tree. ...

Fragile, Handle with Care

Recently, while sitting at my computer, I looked out my window to notice a familiar square truck, backing into my driveway as it does many times a month.  As I watched the door in the back open, I noticed something.   The box, now in my driveway, was...

Despite Fear

Ezra 3:3 Despite their fear of the peoples around them, they built the altar on its foundation and sacrificed burnt offerings on it to the Lord, both the morning and evening sacrifices.  The Israelite remnant had returned from captivity to Jerusalem and Judah....

Gifts in Small Packages

I have recently become a Pinterest-aholic and can seriously spend hours pinning and repinning, discovering new blogs, etsy stores, and designers. The inspiration is endless and it truly can be dangerous if you’re not careful. But here is an easy gift card...