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
Thoughts
The Shelter of The Canopy
A few days ago, Kevin and I were out running errands when the sky decided to open up. It was a true deluge—the kind of rain that pounds on the roof of the car so hard it becomes a deafening roar. In a storm like that, the world outside vanishes; you can barely see your … Continue reading The Shelter of The Canopy
The Walk And The Worth
After a recent visit from a "Porch Pirate," Kevin installed a Ring doorbell. He’s been having a blast playing with the tech, while I’m over here talking back to the camera! (I’m sure that’s no surprise to anyone who knows me. 😂)But watching the footage gave me a bit of a reality check. I honestly … Continue reading The Walk And The Worth
Melted to Mend: Finding A Bond in the Brokenness
"He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds." — Psalm 147:3 Another Monday has arrived. I was startled awake by my alarm this morning—a rare occurrence for me—but I suppose some days we simply require a little more rest than others. Yesterday was the typical whirlwind of a Sunday, yet it remains my favorite … Continue reading Melted to Mend: Finding A Bond in the Brokenness
Morning Reflections: The Hard Way Home
Sunday, May 17, 2026 "I remember the days of long ago; I meditate on all your works and consider what your hands have done." — Psalm 143:5 As I sit here this morning, listening to the rhythmic gurgling of the coffee pot, my mind drifts back into the past. I’m finding that with age, I … Continue reading Morning Reflections: The Hard Way Home
Becoming What I Wasn’t
"To everything there is a season, a time for every purpose under heaven." — Ecclesiastes 3:1It’s graduation season—a time defined by the shifting gears of life as childhood gives way to adulthood. As I see the proud moments posted, I find myself reflecting on the winding road of my own journey.Back in high school, I … Continue reading Becoming What I Wasn’t
Calm in the Storm
Today's Devotion: Friday, May 15, 2026 The Passage: Mark 4:39"He got up, rebuked the wind and said to the waves, 'Quiet! Be still!' Then the wind died down and it was completely calm." Today did not start out as planned. Usually, I wake up before my alarm to get a head start on the day, … Continue reading Calm in the Storm
Love From An Empty Cup
Mother’s Day – May 10, 2026Today’s devotion will be a little different. I’m taking a trip back in time to May 10, 1974. It was a sunny, warm Friday afternoon.Connie, a single mother of three, was fixing herself a bowl of cereal while waiting for her children to arrive home from school. It was a … Continue reading Love From An Empty Cup
