The sun has set, and we near the end of the day. Before our heads hit the pillows and we call it a night, we gather in the living room. We lay across the sofa, lounge in chairs, or sprawl across beanbags on the floor. Hands remain busy working on projects or simply sit idle….
I’ve never considered myself a shopper; I shop out of necessity. I usually know what I want and get frustrated when I can’t find what I want. The one exception is when on vacation. Relaxed, in new places I enjoy wandering local streets and discovering things, in new fun shops. That is until 2020, Pandemic…
An advocate, defined as a person who publicly supports or recommends a particular cause or policy, is something I’ve never considered myself. I am slow to speak publically on causes. I’m not particularly eager to get into messy debates, and while I am not passive or unopinionated in person, I preferred the role of peacemaker….
There was a season in my life where I loved watching old movies—especially drawn to the elegance of the 1950’s fashion and films like Breakfast at Tiffanies, Sabrina and Roman Holiday with actress Audrey Hepburn. While a house full of boys doesn’t lend itself to frequently watching old romantic movies, to this day, my favorite…
For most, it seems that 2020 has been anything but hopeful, peaceful, joyful, or loving. This year has been full of unexpected circumstances, grief, racial unrest, political division, and so much loss. So much loss grieved. We do not always get the opportunity to decide our circumstances, yet we always get to determine how we…
“True Love was born in a stable.” This sign sits as a gentle reminder above the fireplace, and as I pause to reflect, the words of the song “When Love Came Down At Christmas Time” come pouring back. Looking at the Christmas Story, we don’t have to look hard to find true love. God sent…
