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
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Where There is Doubt, Let Me Sow Faith
This article is part of a larger series on The Peace Prayer of St. Francis. You can read other entries here: Where There is Hatred, Let Me Sow LoveAn Instrument of PeaceWhere There is Darkness, Let Me Sow Light Despite the pandemic and all of its restrictions, this summer was delightful. I … [Read more...] about Where There is Doubt, Let Me Sow Faith
Trust Between Ashes & Joy
My little girl started school a couple weeks ago. Everything was picture perfect: her blonde curls bouncing as she skipped toward the building, the too-big backpack on her tiny body, her little thumbs up on the way into the building. My social butterfly preparing to take flight. It is in these … [Read more...] about Trust Between Ashes & Joy
Our Daily Cup
My sister-in-law gave me a YETI brand name travel mug because she knew I couldn’t go a day without coffee. When I wake up, I sip coffee from it and drink deep from my Bible—two stimulants that keep me going and my energy high. I’m spending a lot of time lately with my Bible and my YETI mug. … [Read more...] about Our Daily Cup
Straight Paths
Trust in the Lord with all your heart and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight. - Proverbs 3:5-6 (NASB) A few days ago I quit my job. My full-time job. My job that helped bring money into the house. My job … [Read more...] about Straight Paths
Waiting Patiently
I am not naturally a patient person. I’m a fast walker, a quick reader. It’s hard for me to take things slow. This is not always to my advantage, so I’m trying to find ways to practice patience. To see the benefit in sometimes taking the long route rather than the shortcut. I made chocolate … [Read more...] about Waiting Patiently
