Tag: joy
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Keep them close!
Family can be exasperating. No matter, we love them anyway and endure life’s journey with their support. Family. God’s gift to us: just because He loves us so much. Family – you are loved! Pope Francis really kisses the babies on his walkabouts in the crowds. He kisses the infirm and hugs those in need…
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One Battle At a Time To Win the War!
I had two strong grandmothers, both bold, daring and commercially independent coffee farmers, well into the end of their days. So the idea that all my plans and activities are enirely dependent on the men in my life just saddens me beyond comprehension.
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Good Enough
God says you are good enough! Come as you are and receive your true identity in Him – John 3:16, 2 Corinthians 5:17
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Sweet Spot!
It has been a while since my last posting. Blame it on life’s curve balls – our parents fell ill, one went into surgery and another is due for a different surgery; our child is back to school and so we took time to settle after a few close-calls. In all of this and a…
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Beautiful and refreshed!
Isaiah 42:9 See, the former things have taken place, and new things I declare; before they spring into being I announce them to you.” After days and weeks (more like 60+ weeks) of turmoil, I woke up this morning to a stillness and a depth of peace I have never known. Last night was a…
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The Return of Tranquility
Dark-mood lady exited the room with a show of dignity. The thin male friend, stuck his wiry arms into his pockets and silently slipped out of the room, balancing his eerie frameless glasses on his long nose, face devoid of expression. The receptionist titled back in his seat and smiled in silent relief. I imagine,…
