Steve and I belong to a gym. Please be impressed! When I go, I do some cardio and call it good. However, I am very aware that I need to strengthen my core. Sit-ups, planks… all the things. Ugh. Those … Read More
We’ve all been there. Those moments we’ve said things and then wished immediately we could take the words back. The Old Testament book of Proverbs has quite a bit to say about our tongues. Solomon wrote, “Those who guard their … Read More
This past week, I was reading a bit from the writings of the Quaker Thomas Kelly. He lived between 1893-1941 and his writings are profound. When he was a student at Haverford, he spoke confidently to the professor, saying, “I’m … Read More
This week we celebrate the 4th of July and our freedom as Americans. But I wonder at times, are we really living free? So often we’re held captive by guilt, shame, or unforgiveness. As a result, we walk around as … Read More
We just returned from vacation with our daughter, her husband, and their five boys. The youngest two of her five are energetic, identical twins. One of our flights was delayed for hours… I mean HOURS! How do you entertain 3-year-old … Read More
What is the key to happiness? When people were asked what made their lives happy and satisfying, one of the leading answers was friendships. However, in our fast-paced society, friendships often go neglected because of busy schedules. In 2008, two … Read More
Several years ago, Steve took me to see The Lion King on Broadway. Wow! What an amazing experience! Honestly, I was like a little kid in a candy store sitting there with eyes wide open watching the show. It was … Read More
As we head towards Holy Week, when we’ll reflect on the death of Christ and celebrate His victorious resurrection, we are reminded that hope is core to our faith. But imagine with me how confused the disciples must have felt … Read More
When Jesus taught us to pray, “Hallowed Be Your Name,” He was inviting us to not just use God’s name carefully, but to live a life of praise. When we praise God faithfully, we are transformed. Our stress decreases and … Read More
When I was a little girl, 8 years old, I lost sight in my left eye. From then on, I had countless eye doctor appointments. Every doctor seemed fascinated with my left eye. To this day, I am meticulous about … Read More
