Have you ever felt foolish? Since it was April Fools this week, I got to thinking about foolish things I’ve done. When I was a young mom living in the Pacific Northwest, I was extremely frustrated with slugs eating my garden. I was desperate to find an effective slug control method. Some people recommended putting…
Brain Power
On a podcast this week the speaker shared an experience that all of us can identify with. As a newlywed on her honeymoon, she wanted to appear worldly-wise on their trip to Paris. She ordered a mixed grill which included pancreas. She bravely ate and enjoyed everything but the pancreas which she put off for…
Patrick
Since it was St. Patrick’s Day this week I thought about our visit several years ago to Armagh, Ireland where there is a great cathedral honoring Patrick. It is also the hometown of Husband’s forebears, so it was a doubly meaningful visit. I have to think that his brave, humble servant of God would have…
Keeping On
Recently a dear friend and I were commiserating with each other over our heartache for family members who have turned away from faith. If you’re like us, some people you love have shut God out of their lives. Our hearts ache for them. We may wonder why they can’t see what they’re missing by ignoring…
Good News
We got good news this week- repeatedly. It was such a lift; like the sun coming out after many days of rain. A granddaughter passed very important tests. Young friends were blessed with a job and an apartment. Then one of our sons gifted them all the furniture they could use. It was a win/win….
The Humbling
I had a reality check recently. I was trying on garments in a dressing room with a big mirror and bright lights. Ouch! My first thought was, “Oh, no! I didn’t realize it was this bad.” My second thought was, “My dear Husband sees this and loves me anyway. I should be so grateful.” Humility…