faith journey, Uncategorized

Chosen

The word “chosen” takes me immediately back to my school days where I can visualize my classmates and myself all lined up and fearfully waiting to hear our names called to be chosen for the team.   I remember how disappointed I was when I didn't make the cut to be on the cheerleading team. Maybe… Continue reading Chosen

God's messengers, Uncategorized

Celebrate

In the quiet of the evening, as the sky starts to darken, my eyes wander around our house, looking at the results of our many hours (days) of Christmas decorating.  In our family room alone, we have displays of so many special Santas, snowmen, treasured lighted houses, and nativities.  These are collected treasures over the… Continue reading Celebrate

faith journey, Uncategorized

Gentle

Just speaking the word gentle brings me an immediate feeling of calm and peace and also brings back a special memory.  I remember I was only 12 years old when I became an aunt for the first time.   My sister and her husband lived in their new apartment, which was within walking distance from my… Continue reading Gentle