I had this article neatly written out in my head last night. It was going to be a sweet little piece about the joys of having children. I was helping my daughter overcome her fears of the dark and thought, “Isn’t this nice. I can bring such comfort just by being here. Motherhood is so … [Read more...] about Christmas in Life’s Messiness
Hope
I Still Believe in Christmas
Can Christmas be boycotted? I like to think so. I want to know so. Is that even a “thing”? I long to hold it tightly and believe in the real possibility. Boycott maybe isn’t the right word. It’s not that I don’t like or even love Christmas. I do. I love all the traditions and feelings, the gift … [Read more...] about I Still Believe in Christmas
Walking With Hope
I’m walking tonight and listening. To the cardinals song, the chickadees singing, and the gentle breeze. It caresses my hair. The sun is hiding behind a few dark clouds, but it’s there, I see a tiny shimmer on the river. Peaceful. Until a big red smelly dump truck interrupts it all, … [Read more...] about Walking With Hope
Gratitude in Brokenness
She often asked her sister “How do I give thanks in EVERYTHING“? It seemed too hard. Not quite right. She wrestled with it. I mean, some things don’t seem worthy of thanks. Like prison walls and tired feet. Aching, tired feet, limping with each step. There was lots to be thankful for … [Read more...] about Gratitude in Brokenness
God in the Fall
On summery August mornings I can smell, see and hear the signs of fall - fallen leaves, honking geese, and crickets singing. I used to really love fall, and I’m not saying I don’t like fall now, but I do accept it with less fervour than I used to. Chunky pumpkins, brilliant leaves in shades of … [Read more...] about God in the Fall
Waves In The Storm
I love waves. Waves that lap softly on the beach, rolling over sand and pebbles. I love the sound of that coastal music. Music I can dance to, and it makes me feel alive. Gentle waves make me feel like I’m HOME. Soothing - like sitting on the warm sand of Seal Cove beach. Home ‘sweet … [Read more...] about Waves In The Storm