I love to read! I know many people who share my passion – reading is such a wonderful way to learn new information, provide entertainment, and is one of my absolute favorite things to do. I have read Christian books to help me grow spiritually, motivational books for personal development, medical books to develop professionally, fiction books as an escape, and everything in between! Some of the books that I have read over the years have left such a strong impression on me that I feel forever connected to the author. However, I will say that if I were on a deserted island and could bring ... Read the Post
Calm in the Storm
I have often heard people say about those going through a difficult time, “You should see how strong they were. Not one tear was shed as the news was given. What faith they must have.” Well, I am not one of those people. When I get bad news or am experiencing a difficult time, you will hear me and see me show it. Recently, as my husband was undergoing emergency surgery for an infection following his hip replacement, I found myself in an out of control situation. I cried out to God, I shed many tears, and I even emotionally lost it while talking to a friend on the phone. I was all alone, ... Read the Post
Camel-Knees
In James 5:13 the writer asks, “Is any of you in trouble? He should pray. Is anyone happy? Let him sing songs of praise. Is any one of you sick?” Pray, pray, pray! It’s believed that the author of the book of James is actually Jesus’ brother. He did not become a believer until after the resurrection of Jesus; but once he did, he must have been a ball of fire! He earned the nickname “Camel-Knees” because he spent so much time on his knees in prayer. So after learning this new nugget, I thought about my own prayer-life. I can’t say that I spend so much time on my knees that they have ... Read the Post
Ch-Ch-Changes
My sweet daughter revealed several changes about herself today. She unveiled her new teeth, which I found not by sight but by touch; and unlike her overall gentle nature, these new teeth are sharp. My son has been in a phase of shyness the past few weeks; and while I'd hoped this would clear up before he started school, it did not. I'm not sure why it has started, and I'm striving to let it go. I was a bit saddened when I saw his craft today. He told me he had made a shy face because he was shy today. While his teachers said he was good, I'm interested to see how they react when he reaches ... Read the Post
Cast Your Nets
Looking at the bay through the large plate glass windows of my office, I watch as the shrimpers toss their nets into the water. One old shrimp boat moves forward steadily as its nets fill with the catch of the day. Eventually, the shrimpers pull in their nets, harvest their shrimp, and then move further into the bay, continuing the process several times throughout the morning. Watching the shrimpers, I am reminded of story in Matthew chapter four. Walking along the beach of Lake Galilee, Jesus encounters Simon (Peter) and Andrew, and later, James and John. He tells them to follow Him and ... Read the Post