Graciousness and good manners are not often discussed these days. However, I was recently reminded of how these qualities can enrich our lives. A friend and her husband stayed at our home this past weekend while traveling through my area….
Choose to Live Life Joyfully
The other day, while running errands in town, I was delighted to see a young girl around the age of 10 or 11 skipping out to her mailbox. She epitomized the carefree, untroubled, happy time of youth. I had a…
Honoring Fathers Today and Everyday
Much of who I am today was shaped by my father. I often think of him and have long realized that celebrating him on Father’s Day is wonderful, but even more meaningful is honoring him through the way I live…
The Beauty of Everyday Life
I recently experienced an insight that changed the way I view the seemingly everyday activities of my life. My daughter and I recently took a two-hour train ride from Sarajevo to Mostar, Bosnia. This train ride is considered one of…
Memorial Day-A Solemn Reminder of the Price of Freedom
Today is Memorial Day here in the United States, a sacred and solemn reminder of the price of freedom. It is the day set aside to remember and honor those who have fallen in battle to preserve the freedoms of…
You Inspire Me!
I recently had the incredible opportunity to travel to Bosnia-Herzegovina! I spent a week with one of my daughters walking all over Sarajevo, their capital city, and I was amazed! -The language enchanted me. -The history and culture fascinated me. …
Eclipse or Fireworks
With the solar eclipse occurring today April 8, 2024 over North America, I am reminded of the solar eclipse of August 2017. My home was directly in the middle of its path through the United States and the event was…
Christ Brings Hope and Healing
Yesterday was Palm Sunday, which begins the remembrance of Holy Week, the week leading up to the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. As we commemorate Easter we celebrate not only His triumph over death but also His promise of…
Listening To What The Body Says
After a whirlwind day packed with everything from an early morning piano lesson, high school classes, track practice, and the debut of her high school play, my teenage daughter arrived home hungry and tired. In a surprising turn of events,…
If A Little Is Good, A Lot Is Not Always Better
Sometimes the thought, if a little is good then a lot is better, leads me astray. This line of thinking can be especially challenging for me when it comes to creating schedules or setting goals. I have a tendency to…
The Enlivening Power of God’s Creations
There is power in recognizing the beauty of God’s creations. A power that fortifies and strengthens us. There is a phrase in the Bible that says, “And out of the ground made the Lord God to grow every tree that…
Simple Ways to Share Love
This short video gave me all sorts of smiles.😁 This may not be the traditional Valentine’s message expected this week, but it reminds us that sharing love is simple. I hope you enjoy this short video as much as I…
