When my children were small and needy, I dreamed of being home alone. The thought of time in my house to do what I wanted to do sounded like a slice of paradise. Then, suddenly it seemed, my children were grown and gone and my husband took a job requiring travel. Lots of travel. And while i am blessed to accompany him often, I also often find myself (as I do this week) in the midst of my long ago … [Read more...]
A Tale as Old as Time
Our middle child—our oldest son—got married almost 2 weeks ago. It was lovely and joyful, as weddings are. But it wasn’t perfect. In fact, it seemed every moment was fraught with the tension of plans going awry. A wedding band that didn’t get shipped before the wedding. Thunderstorms hovering in the forecast over the rehearsal and wedding day. The deluge of rain that appeared in … [Read more...]
Moms, Fear Not
I confess I am a worrier. I know we are not supposed to worry. That we are supposed to pray and trust. But that's difficult to do I think, especially as Moms. I thought things would be easier now that our sons are both over 18, but there always seems to be something new to worry about. Some new problem, some new situation, some new risk. I remind myself that I gave my parents plenty to worry about … [Read more...]
Our Summer Movie Adventure
I know, it’s the 4th of July. But instead of a usual 4th of July post, I’m going to tell you something fun that happened last week. Something epic in our life as a couple. Last week we watched three movies together. Three movies in a theater. Three movies in four days! And while those numbers might not be staggering in your world, they are in mine. It’s the first time in our history as a … [Read more...]
It’s Release Week!!!
It's finally here! More Than Meets the Eye released on Tuesday. I always find the release of a new book exciting and slightly terrifying. What will readers think? Will they love it, or will it be a disappointment? This one was especially nerve-wracking since it is the first in a new series. More Than Meets the Eye is filled with secrets, flawed characters fighting for a fresh start, a hero bent … [Read more...]
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