"When is that ever appropriate?" That question rolled through my head as the receptionist at the doctor's office held out a blow pop in front of me as an optional treat for my child. I shook my head and told her we were just about to get some lunch.… more »

Reposting this from "The Distaff Side" blog for our Sunday school girls. Last night I watched a film with the boys about animals. It's called "Life" and it's made by BBC the same folks that made the series "Planet Earth." It's an amazing piece of art… more »

Psalm 25:21 Sometimes the road has climbs that don't make sense. There are valleys that seem out of place considering our quest. The wide and accommodating makes more sense and the level and paved road is much more appealing. I am amazed a… more »

I sat behind her at the meeting. I didn't recognize her. Maybe she's from a different church, maybe she attends our Saturday night service, I don't know, and frankly I wasn't interested enough to ask. She wore black. Not strictly black, just most… more »

Formerly known as the "Total Woman Retreat" our third annual women's overnight event went well I think. The ladies arrived on Friday evening and loaded my kitchen island with all manor of treats and snacks. We conversed, nibbled, claimed sleeping quart… more »