To me, the first week of September always feels like the end of summer and the beginning of fall. Saying good-bye to summer is bittersweet, isn't it? Mine was full of many happy memories. My college-age daughters were home, and so family life was busier and noisier in a wonderful, crazy way. I loved having a special trip just with my college daughters to New Orleans, a time to catch up and … [Read more...]
My Eulogy to Dad
Several of you have asked about the eulogy I gave at Dad's funeral almost two weeks ago and if I would share it. I'm happy to. But first, thank you, friends, for your recent prayers. I felt them every step of the way. It was hard saying goodbye—however temporarily—to Dad, but being at his bedside with Doug and Esta (Dad remarried at age 79 after Mom passed) was such an incredible blessing. One … [Read more...]
Labor Day
I’ve learned over the more than 30 years that I’ve been writing, that I need to get away from my desk from time to time and refresh my creative juices. So, over the Labor Day weekend my husband and I decided to go on a short adventure in his little red sports car. It’s such a fun, liberating feeling to ride with the top down, with the view open to the vast, infinite sky! I not only have a new … [Read more...]
Inspired by Scripture
This Sunday feature is brought to you by ClashEntertainment.com. You may sign up to receive a beautiful photo with scripture in your inbox each morning or view the verse each day online. … [Read more...]
Praying with Jane (and a giveaway!)
When I was recently in England (how much do I love typing that line? :) ) I was delighted to see Rachel Dodge's book, Praying With Jane, in a most auspicious place: Jane Austen's House Museum, where Miss Austen lived for many years and wrote and revised the majority of her beloved novels. It's always fun to spy author-friend's books out in the world, but this sighting was especially significant to … [Read more...]
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