There’s a scene in Finding Nemo (the children’s movie) where a large school of fish rush past the main characters,…
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…
Ripped Pages, Ripped Souls
My little girl has recently been tempted greatly to tear book pages. (yes, this is why someone invented board books).…
Real Rest
Rest is a difficult concept because it does not produce something tangible and visible. We have a hard time recognizing…
The Pace of the Children
Then Esau said, “Let us journey on our way, and I will go ahead of you.” But Jacob said to him, “My…
The Shadow of the Cross
Now Jesus loved Martha and her sister and Lazarus. So, when he heard that Lazarus was ill, he stayed two days longer in the…
Banishing Fear
And do not fear those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. Rather fear him who can destroy both soul…
On the Worth of Motherhood
Mothering is hard work and sometimes our hearts question our worth – the very point of it all. After all,…
Measuring Abundance
The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly.…
Day is Done
Tell me why you’re crying, my son. I know you’re frightened like everyone. Is it the thunder in the distance…
