This past week has been filled with concerns. One of the heaviest is the sale of our home. We’re approaching the one-year mark since we listed it, and we’re not sure what to do. We believe we are where God wants us, yet the house remains unsold. So we ask God, What are you doing? Did we mishear you? Maintaining two residences has stretched us financially. Thankfully, we have wonderful neighbors and a great realtor keeping an eye on things. And God continues to provide for every need. Still,...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Sometimes, you simply don’t want to do something. Like… Write a letter. ✍️ Have that difficult conversation. 🗣️ Do the dishes. 🧽 Clean the bathroom. 🚽 Get those test results. 👩⚕️ Face your fear head-on. 😨 Be an adult. 🤷♀️ (My grown kids call this adulting 😀) Sometimes you’d rather skip it. Ever feel this way? When you do, remember you don’t have to face any of this alone. God remains closer than the air you breathe. I needed this reminder today. Consider A couple of months ago, I shared a...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Growing up, February was a month packed with celebrations—my brother and sister’s birthdays, Valentine’s Day (Mom made it extra fun!), and two presidential birthdays that meant days off from school. Back then, we had Lincoln’s birthday (Feb. 12) and Washington’s birthday (Feb. 22) off—until Congress consolidated them into Presidents’ Day on the third Monday of the month. Presidents Washington and Lincoln understood the importance of faith woven into every part of life. Like our Founding...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
What if you could . . . . . . realize that impossible dream . . . do work that left an eternal impact . . . overcome that behavior you hate . . . have a difficult conversation calmly and clearly . . . be yourself . . . always feel seen and validated . . . live abundantly and free How many objections have you identified while reading that list? 😀 But what if you could? This Valentine’s Day, dream big with your spouse or best friend. Not just about a fancy dinner or weekend getaway but about...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
It’s February already. 🤯 We just packed away our Christmas decorations a couple of weeks ago! But all is good. This morning, as I read my Bible, I was reminded that God gives good gifts. And today—this very moment—is a gift from His hand. Consider Dr. Gary and Barb Rosberg have spent over 40 years serving married couples. Dave and I met them years ago through a Focus on the Family event, and their passion for Jesus and strong marriages is contagious. Recently, they launched a new podcast, The...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
While our most recent home in Colorado was under construction, I found a small out-of-the-way cafe where I could complete a writing project. It was a quirky, homey location with delicious food, friendly people, and fantastic service. A local favorite, people visited and sat for a while. Sadly, that small spot has since closed. 😞 The Colorado sunshine often fools you into thinking it's warmer outside than it is. That day, the brisk wind whipped my desire for a nice cup of tea, not something...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Since the beginning of 2025, I’ve challenged myself to read the Book of Proverbs to understand wisdom better. Some of you have joined the Wisdom Seekers Challenge. Thanks. It’s a joy to journey with you. You can still join us by clicking this link. I see two recurring wisdom themes so far: Fear the LORD. This isn’t “shaking in your boots afraid,” but rather, a deep respect, awe, and honor towards Almighty God. Wise people heed correction and discipline. These themes challenge me to spend more...
2 months ago • 1 min read
It’s quite a shock leaving the balmy Caribbean temperatures for northern climates. 😀 We enjoyed our travels to the ABC islands. There’s something special about the melding of cultures on these islands—friendly people, stunning colors, delicious foods, and turquoise waters you don’t see anywhere else. We were thankful for the tradewinds that kept us cool. Consider Nothing stays the same in life. CS Lewis said, “Isn’t it funny how day to day nothing changes, but when you look back everything is...
3 months ago • 1 min read
How is 2025 treating you? In just two days, Dave and I hop on another airplane to head away from the sun and beach. It’s been a fantastic week exploring more of God’s creation. He’s so imaginative and creative. The southernmost point in our travels included “The ABC Islands” (Aruba, Bonaire, and Curacao), spread over 86 miles. Each island was beautiful in its own way. The colors on the buildings took my breath away. Stunning! We found the people friendly and inviting. Fun fact: Dave did a...
3 months ago • 1 min read
