To Wait Well Part 2

To Wait Well Part 2

Last week I shared a parenting lesson about waiting that my kids helped me to see. In close proximity to that example was the one I’ll share today. God certainly had plenty to say to me about my season of waiting this summer. As we prepared for our summer vacation...
To Wait Well

To Wait Well

Nobody likes waiting. Long lines at the pharmacy. A long wait to be seated at a restaurant. Waiting at the doctor’s office. Waiting for news. Waiting on God to show you what to do. No fun. Kids seem to be especially bad at waiting, and they opened my eyes to how we...
The Fall Season and Biblical Harvest

The Fall Season and Biblical Harvest

Autumn is a favorite season for many. The smell of cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla fills a kitchen. The colors of carrots, squash, and green beans are all beautifully arranged on a table. The sound of dried leaves rustling in the wind is like nature’s music....
Which Camp?

Which Camp?

Ever sit and think about that age old question; “is your glass half full or half empty”? And what exactly is this glass supposed to be full of, or, empty of? If you’re like me, and I am sure many others, your glass holds your attitude. I would love...
My Anxiety Story

My Anxiety Story

***Originally written in July of 2022 I can let life become overwhelming. Anxiety is something I have suffered with for many, many years. Recently, it has kicked into high gear. Those of you reading this that know me or see me on a regular basis may never even realize...
A Promise

A Promise

Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Deuteronomy 31:6 I shared this with my church family one Sunday during worship; this verse is a promise. Notice the...
Baby Update No. 3: It’s the Final Countdown!

Baby Update No. 3: It’s the Final Countdown!

Archive from May 2017 ***This precious wee one started kindergarten this week. Let’s look back at her debut into this wonderful family: 36 weeks of my pregnancy went off without a hitch. I’ve told many people that this has by far been my easiest pregnancy. If...

If it Weren’t for the Tree

If it Weren’t For the Tree Our tree, I say “our tree” because this particular tree stands in Forest Rose Cemetery right at the Frear family plots. This tree signifies for us that this is where our family is buried, at least five generations. This tree is...