✨ I thank You for the little things—the mundane, day-to-day blessings I so easily take for granted. 🌙 I thank You for the sleepless nights, for that is when my thoughts come to life. 🛒 I thank You for the trips to the grocery store, for You have provided the means to feed my family. … Continue reading A Litany of Ordinary Grace
Memories
Faithfulness Over Busyness: A Spiritual Reflection
Do you ever wake up and still feel completely exhausted?I think we all have those days. They happen to me more often than I’d like, leaving me asking the same frustrating question: Why am I so tired when it feels like I’ve accomplished absolutely nothing?Over the last year, I’ve spent a lot of time evaluating … Continue reading Faithfulness Over Busyness: A Spiritual Reflection
The Little Black Desk
She was once discarded, sitting quietly at the curb, waiting for her story to end. I asked if I could have her, and before long, she found herself in a new home.For a season, she served as little more than a catch-all—a place where odds and ends gathered without much purpose. But in time, her … Continue reading The Little Black Desk
A Child’s Heart
On this day, she experienced fresh air, the love of family, laughter, worship, and good music at JFest. The dirt on her cheek was evidence of a day well spent in God's creation, soaking up the sunshine and making memories. What she doesn't fully understand yet is that something even greater is taking place—that she … Continue reading A Child’s Heart
Underneath the Shade
Underneath the shade tree,Where the children play,Their laughter drifts upon the breezeLike any other day. Their innocence we envy,They play without a care;They see no social barriers,With spirits full of flair. Hate is not an instinct;It’s a lesson they are taught.If only they could stay this way—But we know that they will not. When young, … Continue reading Underneath the Shade
Reflections in the Mirror
Aging is inevitable, yet looking in the mirror can still feel like a confrontation with a stranger. I see blonde hair replaced by silver, smooth skin yielding to lines, and a body that tires more easily even as sleep evades me in the night. In my mind, I am still agile; I am still the … Continue reading Reflections in the Mirror
The Sacred Silence of Spring Cleaning
Spring cleaning is more than just a seasonal chore; it’s a ritual of renewal. As I move through the rooms, purging the things that no longer fit or serve a purpose, I can't help but think about my spiritual life. We often treat our relationship with God like an old coat—we tuck Him away in … Continue reading The Sacred Silence of Spring Cleaning
From A Mother’s Heart
As the mother of a soldier, I can't imagine the pain of losing a loved one to war. To those who have, my heart goes out to you. I have many family members, past and present, who have served—some have seen combat and some have not. Still, their willingness to serve our country and protect … Continue reading From A Mother’s Heart
Finding God in the Little Things 