Live Like We Are Living

Live Like We Are Living Pastor Ray’s sermon on Choosing to Live Before You Die prompts me to share in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This week marks 6 years of being cancer free! I share that with you so you can celebrate life with me. Celebrate God’s will...

Spirit of power, love, and self-discipline

“Mommy, I’m scared.” Waking up in the darkness in the middle of the night scares my son. As his mother, I try to alleviate his fears. I tell him everything will be ok and help him feel more comfortable in the dark. I help him feel secure and safe to squash the fear....

Almost Obedient

Stuffed animals fly with the pillows over the arguing. SIGH. But this time I’m not sure what to do except smile. The kids argue over who will read the Bible verse for bedtime. I love it! However, as they begin to read, I realize that neither one is listening. The...

Back to School

The myriad of emotions reach new levels this year as the kids anticipate the beginning of a new school year. Routines return and minds learn. Not that they aren’t learning during the summer months, but I think it’s a different kind of learning. Each school year brings...

I Chose You

It’s that time of year again. The Bratwurst Festival comes to town bringing lots of yummy food.   If only each booth had a nutrition label next to the menu. It’s a catch 22 since I’m not sure I want to know. But I do know the choices are many. Some choices taste...