Last night we sat on the deck under the stars chatting about our day. He told me about his morning at the local hospital where he’s an assistant chaplain. I shared the projects I’d been working on at home. We laughed about our early afternoon slow-ride road trip in the ’65 Chevy and how I…
What I Know For Sure, Maybe: Life After 50
When I was younger I thought I knew it all. I don’t mean that I was a know-it-all in a rude sort of way (though I probably was a few times). What I mean is that I had life pretty well figured out, or so I thought. Lord have mercy! Fast forward a few decades.…
A Season of Celebration: Part One
February, March, and April are fun-filled months for our family. We have five birthdays and an anniversary just in our immediate family! Since our nest is empty and our favorite adults have their own busy lives and schedules, getting everyone together to celebrate is a bit of a challenge. I’d be a happy momma if…
A Slow & Simple Weekend Getaway for Two
Hello, Lovely Friends! Today I want to share with you how we recently celebrated our 34th Anniversary. Whatever season of life you’re in I hope you’ll be inspired to see your life and the people you share it with as a gift worth celebrating! Big moments and small ones are opportunities for us to show…
Countdown to 48
One month from today I’ll be 48. Age has never been much more than a number for me but I’ve probably thought about this birthday more than any other. Here are a few reasons why I think this birthday feels different: First, the awareness that my life is probably half-way over. I’m hoping to see…
New Year’s {Revolution}
I love the AT & T “It’s not complicated” commercials. My favorite is this one. Go ahead and click to watch it. It’s short. And funny. Speaking of candy… I saw this list and decided it would be my Revolution starting point: 1. A bad habit I’m going to break: staying up way too late!…
A gift for the One who has everything
I still remember the years when I would take my young children shopping because they wanted to get a gift for their friends and family. They had no money and really didn’t even realize they needed any to buy the things they wanted. Their gifts were carefully chosen and personal. Their focus was on the…
Happy Birthday to My Favorite Sister
Two Calebs
The date was February 26, 2000. I was 36 weeks pregnant. We didn’t know we were having a another boy but the only name we had chosen was Caleb. Our reason for choosing it: Numbers 14:24 “But because my servant Caleb has a different spirit and follows me wholeheartedly, I will bring him into the…