Photo Credit “…a devout man and one who feared God with all his household, who gave alms generously to the people, and prayed to God always.” – Acts 10:2 (NKJV) At some point in my thirties, I decided to start flossing every morning when I brushed my teeth. I determined to do so…
Photo Credit Once upon a time there lived a girl named Controller. She loved to put everything into place neatly and completely mark off her to-do list. Her favorite action words were lead, order, and decide. On the outside, she appeared courageous and confident. But she wore a mask of bravado. A gnawing fear way…
In case you forgot, I love to read. Stacks of books seem to pile up all over the house — most of them half read. Other women buy shoes; I buy books. On My Shelf What’s on my nightstand right now? The Rest of God: Restoring Your Soul by Restoring Your Sabbath by Mark…
Photo Credit I came home early today and engaged in an hour of purely selfish enjoyment: I watched the Barefoot Contessa on the Food Network. I know I’ll probably never cook up any of the complicated dishes that Ina Garten whips up with expert ease, but I just love watching her say “How easy…
Photo Credit / Ps. 119: 35, MSG I grabbed my sun glasses and rolled down the windows. The sunny day was calling me to cruise the expressway, and I simply couldn’t resist. The cloudless blue sky made my heart sing. I turned up the radio and belted out karaoke style as I pressed down on…
Photo Credit Walking through the valley has clarified my understanding of friendship. I used to think good friends make you laugh, split a dessert on a Friday night out, and give good presents on your birthday. But now, I know better. Good friends bring a casserole dish when you are too weary to…