That Starfish Story
Hello, friend. I’m writing this today because I believe there is someone who needs to hear it. I may never know who you are, but Jesus...
Perspective
I struggle with discontentment. There are so many things about my life that I cannot change, and I often find myself feeling sad,...
Arise Women's Ministry: The First Meeting
The peace that passes all understanding. That’s what I felt after meeting Darla for the first time. On May 15, 2020, God made it clear to...
Arise Women's Ministry: The Beginning
She knew it was God speaking to her. He had said something to her the day before, and it surprised her. So now she was alone at the park,...
My People
As I approached my car, dog in tow, I felt my pockets for my keys...and felt nothing. I felt all my pockets. Nothing. Panic crept into my...
Red Ryder BB Gun
She was all I wanted this Christmas. A fluffy little bundle of energy with one blue eye and one brown eye. Our new puppy! Her name is...
A Letter To My Daughter On Her 13th Birthday
My girl, Today you turn 13. 13 years ago I saw your face for the first time, and every day since, you have been my delight. I always...
Stars
I used to watch my mom’s mouth as she read to us from books like The Secret Garden, The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, and Half Magic....
Hero
The other night I had a meltdown. Seth was in the living room and he heard me crying in the bedroom so I guess I was pretty loud. My...
Magic
Do you remember your eyes popping open on Christmas morning as a child as you realized what day it was? It had finally arrived! Magic was...
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