A Lesson from a Spoon

God nudges me often about things in my life that don’t line up with His spirit. He’s used many things to teach me. Recently, it was a spoon. Almost every night, after the youngest children are in their rooms, I pour a cup of decaf to unwind. I add the sweetener and...

Reputations

A good name is more desirable than great riches; to be esteemed is better than silver or gold. –Proverbs 22:1 (NIV) One would think that with all my years in the military, I would have more of an interest in politics, but I don’t. While I understand the...

Out with the Old and in with the New

It’s that time of year where we reflect on the end of the current year and think about the new year ahead. Out with the old and in with the new.  Some are thinking, Wow, what a great year I had! Others think, It’s been a bad year and I can’t wait for the new year to...

“Welcome to My Crazy”

Can I be honest with you? I’m a perfectionist, but also an extrovert, and the two sometimes seem to clash when I want to host a gathering at my place. Since I’d rather be with friends, neighbors, and family than alone, I invite them over anyway, and say “Welcome to my...

Listen, Reflect, Respond

My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me. – John 10:27 A new year. A new day! Time for a reset. New beginnings never get old. For me, I love the fresh start of a new week, and especially, the redemption of a new year. Feels like we have special...