Beth Turns 7

The reason I have long, thick, wavy, brown hair to brush and beautify each day is because God gave me a little girl! The reason I have a friend to visit with while I fold laundry, clean the bathroom, and water the flowers is because God gave me a little girl! The...
Beyond What I Could Ask or Think

Beyond What I Could Ask or Think

“It was a bad bleed.” The doctor sitting in front of us was describing my 54 year old father, who had just suffered a stroke. “Because it was hours before they found him to get medical help, his prospect for surviving is 50-50. But, his ability to function, if he...

Streams of Life

Our journey begins, you and I, on a lazy raft drifting down stream. We bask in the sun of our young new love–just you and I. Storms come and we huddle together to stay warm. You offer me your coat and I sport the umbrella.  We are courageous and the torrent is...
Josiah and Anna Got Married

Josiah and Anna Got Married

Yesterday was the wedding. Today I woke, later than normal, to a gentle rumble of thunder and the cooing of some turtledoves. These thoughts helped me reminisce the sweet moments of the wedding day. The sun shone bright. Friends gathered from afar. Radiant bride,...
Marriage Advice to my Daughter-in-Love: Find Out

Marriage Advice to my Daughter-in-Love: Find Out

When asked to give some marriage advice at my future Daughter-in-Love’s bridal shower, this is what I shared. I love how eager Josiah and Anna are to ask for wisdom.  Find out  Find out what his favorites are. Favorite foods, favorite style of music, favorite...