Normally on Memorial Day, we think of those who died while serving our country. But my heart is focused on one who was fortunate enough to come home from the war. He has always been one of my heroes. Although I was only 9 when he died, I have a lot of memories of Pa. Special memories that...
In Tracey’s book, Mom Connection, she encourages moms to find our rhythms.. in relationships and in life. In a very conversational and helpful way, she walks us through the why and the how-to of creating the specific rhythm for our own individual lives. The book is divided into 3...
Armored cars amaze me. How they make those vehicles to withstand bullets, explosions, accidents, etc. is beyond my realm of understanding. These specialized cars serve a purpose… to protect what’s inside. Today over at the Encouragement Cafe, I’m talking about how our homes need to...
Five Minute Fridays are hosted by Lisa-Jo, who challenges us to write for five minutes… no editing… no correcting. Just for the sake of writing. Just for the art of writing. It is a good prompt exercise that really allows us to pour out our hearts instead of our true...
The shrill giggle cut through whatever nerves may still have been lingering in the little room. While our free-spirited 3-year-old girl sat up tall in the chair, laughing her way through her very first trip to the dentist, her big brother was sitting quietly in the corner, quivering a...