November 27, 2020 “We had the worst Thanksgiving,” my friend said. “My uncle became so irate at the news, he hurled his shoe at the TV and cracked the screen.” Whoa! What’s happening in our homes today? Parents are tense, kids aren’t happy. And just about everyone is fed up. We’re over the chaos. But …
November 13, 2020 “I’m in the hospital,” my friend emailed me. “I have COVID-19.” My heart sunk. Many recover. Many have few symptoms. And others test positive and have no symptoms at all. So, what do we do when we learn a dear friend is in the hospital? Most would pray. I did. But are …
October 9, 2020 I sat at my computer ready to finish an article the other night. But I confess, rather than get to my task, I slipped over to check my inbox. And this message from a friend popped up: “The alarm company called at 3:30 this morning. Our jewelry store had a break-in. A …
September 11, 2020 Some years back, I eased into the large chair at the ophthalmologist’s office, my face pressed on the chin rest. “Look straight ahead,” he said. “Can you see the light?” “Hmmm…not really,” I answered. He sighed. “After removing the cataracts, I was really hoping to recover at least some of your sight.” …
July 3, 2020 Back in 1970, my parents, my brother age 16 and I age 17 dismissed the 100 degree whether on that 4th of July in St. Louis. Our focus was fixed on that important day that would change our lives. We entered the courtroom. A hush filled the air and the huge, red, …
June 5, 2020 Finally, a visit to the park. But as hubby, grandkids and I entered, the picnic tables were blocked off. Rope also surrounded the playground. What to do? But a distance away, across the green grass, under a tree, a bench waited for us. We settled in and a soft breeze caressed our …
May 8, 2020 I invite you, dear friends, to step away from the chaos and take a little time to relish in the oasis of God’s Word. Here’s a clear instruction, direct guidance and a beautiful promise. They’re all tucked in these verses: “The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in …
January 31, 2020 “I dread this year,” someone posted. “I don’t think I’ll stomach the political scene with all the accusations and insults.” Not sure if you agree. But one thing for sure is that as we sail off into the sea of another year, no one can predict what awaits us. Will it be …
December 6, 2019 Could someone forget their disabilities or limitations? I did. After living without sight for decades, I often forget I can’t see. And dismissing that very thing, sometimes I rush to get ready to go out. I admit it, I’m a wait-to-the-last-minute kind of gal. I rush around like a crazy woman. I …
October 18, 2019 I did it all. Being blind is sometimes yucky, especially when you end up with weird stuff in your mouth. A while back, I took a bite of bread that tasted moist, really moist, more than usual. “This taste funny,” I murmured. With a swift move, my mom grabbed it from my …
