spiritual life, women

On big birthdays, broken china and other parables

Some birthdays cannot be ignored. The notable number may vary by the person, but the effect is the same -- ground shifts. For me, it has been the year between 59 and 60, a frankly rough season that recently wrapped up. Thank you, Jesus. It is no mystery why 59 got to me as it… Continue reading On big birthdays, broken china and other parables

family life, spiritual life

A Year of Grieving Comfortably

The first time I put on a piece of my mother’s clothing – excepting for frequent try-ons of a pair of metallic gold dress shoes that lured me into her closet when I was young -- was the night she died. A sudden stroke last Easter weekend became an instant, irreversible coma. She lingered only… Continue reading A Year of Grieving Comfortably

family life, spiritual life

When God sends a dog and a half…

Finnegan is sleeping more innocent like than he should be. He's no doubt tired after a two short walks -- post breakfast and post lunch given my work-at-home lifestyle -- and running away to see his girlfriend this afternoon. (Luna's a lovely golden mix with whom he normally has set, mommy-monitored play dates.) Finn inside… Continue reading When God sends a dog and a half…

books, spiritual life

My fear-of-dying book is FREE until midnight Monday; share this offer any nice way you like :)

Is corona virus freaking you out? Are you sick? Is someone you love especially vulnerable? Good news -- if you're already a believer, there's peace to be found in God's Word! And, if you're still seeking a relationship with God, His joyful, death-defeating plan is revealed in the same place! If you need an introduction… Continue reading My fear-of-dying book is FREE until midnight Monday; share this offer any nice way you like πŸ™‚

books, spiritual life

Afraid of COVID-19? My book about fear of dying is FREE for 3 days!

Is corona virus freaking you out? Are you sick? Is someone you love especially vulnerable? Good news -- if you're already a believer, there's peace to be found in God's Word! And, if you're still seeking a relationship with God, His joyful, death-defeating plan is revealed in the same place! If you need an introduction… Continue reading Afraid of COVID-19? My book about fear of dying is FREE for 3 days!