One of husband’s closest friends growing up has continued to be a good friend in the decades since. He and his wife had five children of their own and also adopted 15 other children who were cast-offs because of physical and mental problems. Each child was welcomed and well loved. Husband’s friend is a role…
Not On Our Own
I grew up near a community of folks who were known for what they didn’t do. They didn’t have cars, electricity, machines, or pretty clothes. They didn’t drink or smoke. They didn’t mingle with outsiders. Every aspect of their lives had to conform to strict rules. The up side was that they were a close-knit…
Kindness
One of our adult children had a tricky surgery last Thursday. On the morning of the surgery, while our son and his wife were anxiously waiting for him to be taken into the OR, I opened my phone texts to read the Bible verses for the day. You see, each morning, dear husband’s brother sends…
Looking Up
When you look at the news do you often feel like you’re bombarded with sadness, violence, hatefulness, immorality, greed, slander, lies, and anger? Just talking to others about current events, or looking at social media brings the ugliness and brokenness to the fore. You may even be experiencing some of these things in your personal…
H and H (happy and humble)
We all know them. They are myopically concerned with themselves. How they feel. What they need. How others treat them. Often they’re angry because others don’t do what they want. In the long run, they’re lonely because they’ve alienated and worn out those around them. It can get lonesome being all about #1. If they…
Credit Where Credit Is Due
Think of an awards ceremony. Often the recipients will credit a teacher, coach, family member, or sponsor saying. “If it weren’t for them, I wouldn’t be here.” Everyone feels a warm spot in their heart because of the recipient’s humility and because of the help that was given by that special person. Now think of…