Winter had worn out her welcome. Memories of springtime and Mother’s Days past recently invaded my dreams. Thoughts of how each season compares to sacred snapshots of unforgettable days of our lives swirled in my
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Down to Pennies
“It’s gonna be a minute,” he mumbled. After all, he was down to pennies. He and I and others waited in an inch-along line at a local convenience store. We had both waited patiently, but
Read moreHow to Tackle Hard Things
You don’t want to do it. It’s hard. You don’t know if you can. It’s not just hard—it’s too hard. For you. You’re afraid. What if you don’t succeed? Fail? Maybe you’ve been asked to
Read moreSeeking Truth in the Mystery of Next Tomorrow
While walking with my girlie dogs this morning, my thoughts settled on another peculiar topic. Seeking Truth in the Mystery of Next Tomorrow— What can I say? Sometimes there’s nothing one can do but sleuth
Read moreTime Watchers
Three students were time watchers, but that wasn’t what they should have been. As I taught the grammar lesson, I watched their eyes dart back and forth like a scared rabbit fleeing from a determined
Read moreFlowers, Berries, and Tadpoles
A few years ago, I joined an internet social media site, kicking and screaming all the way. Well, perhaps not that extreme, but I put it off a long time while several urged me to
Read moreFinding Hope and Strength in Every Season
Have you ever wondered how finding hope and strength in every season might change the world? Some days it’s harder than others. I know. I’ve hiked out of enough valleys to realize the topic of
Read moreEarth Keepers
Litter. Everywhere. Spoiling my view. Some were not earth keepers. My daily walk takes me through the back lots of several local businesses. Except for one, litter spoils the view of each. The first
Read moreLessons from a Stingless Stingray
What lessons can we learn from a stingless stingray? God often uses His creation to teach us about Himself. Consider the following story. On a recent trip to the Caribbean, I encountered sting rays
Read moreChoose Joy
Little did we know, as we delighted in food and family, how soon we would face a life-altering decision: Choose sorrow or choose joy. Gathered around our dining room table, joy overflowed that all our
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