The other day I felt inspired to post something about Ukraine, and I believe it is still apt today. Remember the story of David and Goliath? One huge giant with a sword and spear; one young shepherd with five little rocks. The difference between them was GOD. Today we are seeing another David and Goliath story. I don't know God's will in this situation, but I know we should be praying for … [Read more...]

Is there something you do well now that you didn't always do well? A certain task that's become intuitive? But it didn't used to be. It only became intuitive because you developed that skill set through experience. I have such a skill. And it's a very important one (cough, cough)—that my husband continues to call into question. Like he did two nights ago. I was measuring ground beef for a … [Read more...]

Today I’m reviving a post from eight years ago but giving it a total overhaul. If you’ve followed Inspired by Life…and Fiction very long, you’ll recognize the topic as one dear to my heart (and you'll know a big reason that I'm longing for spring). As many of you know, my husband and I have made garage sales into a destination date over the past decade. It all started when Ken wanted to find … [Read more...]