Shadows and Turning

My little girl discovered her shadow yesterday and delighted in chasing it (and trying to escape from it) on our … More

A List of Reminders

The world seems like a cacophony of voices right now. I made a list of reminders for myself. Perhaps you … More

Running with Boots On

He came in with a ridiculous outfit. He already stood out in that crowd, being a full head and shoulders … More

Teach Me to Trust

Make me to know your ways, O Lord;    teach me your paths. Lead me in your truth and teach me,    for you are the God … More

It’s not Here – It’s There

At first there was just the hazy glow of dawn, the almost imperceptible lightening around me, colors beginning to swirl … More

The God Who Sees

There is no one but the earth to brace her side as her body is beset with pains. She lies … More

Eating an Elephant

My dad (and grandpa) had this great and humorous saying: How do you eat an elephant?(Cue the big cheesy grin)One … More

On unresolved issues, unanswered questions, and peace

No one likes things unresolved – the strain of not knowing, the questions left unanswered, the problem left… hanging. We … More

When It’s Good to Run Away

There’s a scene in Finding Nemo (the children’s movie) where a large school of fish rush past the main characters, … More

On Expectations, Trying to Do Everything and the Will of God

I have a secret to tell you, dear reader. I can’t do everything. In fact, sometimes (ok, often), when I … More