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Have Compassion

Tuesday, January 12, 2010 is a day that people, especially children, in Haiti will not soon forget. That’s the day that their lives changed drastically. That’s the day that the earth under them shook and the buildings around them fell. I confess. I’m a Compassion International parent. Jack and I sponsor Judine. She’s four years [...]

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leading isn’t easy – part 2

Disclaimer: I'm no Bible scholar. I'm simply sharing the "wow" moments I've experienced when reading through the Word.  In my last post, I mentioned the battle after THE battle.  Join me in Judges 7, starting in verse 24. Gideon and his 300 warriors have faced the Midianites, and are now chasing the fleeing ones. They [...]

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Book Reviews

Rachel’s Tears March 14, 2009 Ten years ago, my husband and I were planning for a trip to Florida. We’d signed up for one of those delicious time-share tour “vacations” and planned our trip around it. Spending a few nights in the Plaza Inn in Daytona Beach was going to be nice, followed up by [...]

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an unreceived gift

I had a revelation tonight. It might be considered nothing major, but the more I think about it, the more life-changing I think it can be. A couple months ago, I purchased a membership at the local senior adult center for my parents. Not a major expense, but one that they wouldn't pay for. My [...]

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shoes! shoes! more shoes!

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