The Accident Could Have Been Fatal
In the blink of an eye—his world changed forever. An ordinary day of work navigating ordinary traffic. What happens in your head when you walk away from a car crash with only a few scratches—from [Read more...]
Fear: How to Deal When the World is a Scary Place
When the world as I know it is falling apart around me, fear tries to take residence in my heart. It’s wizened fingers begin a slow steady squeeze around my otherwise healthy core. Fear of the [Read more...]
Cathedrals of Old: What is Your Legacy?
Soaring ceilings formed an intricately carved symphony of design over my head. Gothic arches securely held together with flying buttresses. The days and years artisans spent carving, [Read more...]
Green Peas: A Life of Being Careful Not to Offend
“?…,?…, peas.” At our puzzled look he repeated himself again. “I think he said Mom’s creamed peas.” I said. Envisioning peas floating in a creamy sauce, The Preacher decided that sounded like [Read more...]
Broken Doors: Evidence of God’s Power in Nature
They caught my attention the minute I stepped in from the bright sunlight, onto the cool cement floor. As my eyes roved the exhibition hall, they became transfixed on the huge twisted metal panels [Read more...]
Jesus Had A Yes Face
Winding, narrow, and cobblestoned, one street looked like the next. Charming with overflowing flower boxes and brightly colored facades of red, purples, yellows and blues, it was a maze of charm and [Read more...]
The Irish Countryside: Finding Peace in Nature
We sat silently on adjoining benches in the chilly Irish fall morning. The sun vainly attempted to warm the cold breath of the incessant breeze. Wrapped in my long woolen sweater from the local [Read more...]
Sorry I was out of the country last week.
Hi friends, I missed you last week while I was away. I'll be back to my regular weekly posting now. I'll share some of my experiences in Ireland and England in the next few weeks. Thank you for your [Read more...]
The Irish Countryside: Finding Peace in Nature
We sat silently on adjoining benches in the chilly Irish fall morning. The sun vainly attempted to warm the cold breath of the incessant breeze. Wrapped in my long woolen sweater from the local [Read more...]
Letting Go: Back To School Blues
I didn’t cry in front of them. I hid my heavy heart well. I said the right words of excitement, I smiled, and joked, and played the role of the consummate cheerleader. Ever faithful, Ever [Read more...]