Absence makes the heartโ€ฆ

โ€ฆgrow fonder. Thatโ€™s a popular saying, which as a youngster seemed more like a way too small bandaid for such a big wound to the heart. We said goodbye a lot. And it hurt! Even though it can sound like a platitude in the most tender moments, I have found it to be a true … Continue reading Absence makes the heartโ€ฆ

31 Days of Gleaning with Ruth

a.co/d/5YZn2TY Purchase your copy here.Who doesn't have questions in times of uncertainty? We all face dry, scary and disorienting situations that automatically create questions. Let's follow Old Testament heroines, Ruth and Naomi, as they bravely ask, seek and knock on God's promises for protection and provision. We will seek out the Kinsman Redeemer with Ruth … Continue reading 31 Days of Gleaning with Ruth

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If I ever meet your first husband, Iโ€™m going to tell him a thing or two!Randy Brittain While he finished speaking these words, it took me a moment to process the sentiment. Because he is my first, and only, husband. I began to laugh, and responded, โ€œ Oh, you would, wouldnโ€™t you!โ€ His goal each … Continue reading Page 9

Launched!

a.co/d/eyVp3f3 Launched! The 2nd edition of Gleaning with Ruth features the stunning artwork of Lisa Anne Tindal gracing the cover. New as well is the hardcover edition. Many hearts, minds and hands worked together to help me launch this 5 year anniversary, 2nd edition. Available now on Amazon.com

Goodbye

โ€œGoodbye, Nolie. Goodbye, Buddy.โ€Whispers in his ear, โ€œYou are a good dog!โ€ Tears dripping on his beard, I try to speak, โ€œThank you for walking innumerable miles at my side. Thank you for protecting me from everything that smelled of harm.โ€ One last paw at my hand to stroke his neck, โ€œYou can go now. … Continue reading Goodbye

Watch. Weep. Whisper.

The Bride longing for her Bridegroom. Watch. Lord, I watch for You. I know Youโ€™re on the ready. Whenever Father nods Your way, You, as the eager Bridegroom, will not even hesitate. You are waiting, with great anticipation, to mount Your mighty white steed and retrieve Your Bride. Even as I watch for You to … Continue reading Watch. Weep. Whisper.

Milestone

Life is full of them, milestones, that is. We want them. We even need them. They help us know that weโ€™re getting somewhere. Just like the mile markers on the highway or signposts on a hiking trail. Milestones are Godโ€™s idea. Stone pillars and stone altars were erected by Godโ€™s people at various times and … Continue reading Milestone