The clouds were thick and heavy when I went outside to go for a walk, but I chose to go ahead. The rainy, dreary day matched my mood, and misery loves company, right? I considered staying close to the house, just in case those clouds dumped out all the rain they were holding inside, like … More Yep
In the morning, Lord, You hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests before You and wait expectantly. (Psalm 5:3 NIV) Open eyes to sun-soaked room Sleepy stretch and stir awake Feet touch down upon the floor First steps prepare to take Before I stand I kneel and pray So grateful … More Morning Walk
My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever. (Psalm 73:26) Dear Dad, I don’t come here often. It is a pretty peaceful place; but, honestly, I don’t like it here. I don’t believe you are here. I don’t have to come here to … More Dear Dad, …
My husband knew I loved sunsets. I would pull over on the side of the road, or drive a few miles out of my way to find the perfect spot to view God’s daily grand finale. I had so many pictures saved on my phone but still didn’t want to miss the opportunity to stop … More Along the Way
In the middle of the night, I heard the low rumble grow into a deafening blast that shook the whole house. Seconds later, the wind whipped into the windows, demanding to gain entrance. A wall of rain edged closer, like a 1000-man infantry marching into town. As the storm blew through, I pulled the … More What’s Left Behind
He handed me the gifts that he lovingly, yet haphazardly, wrapped in pretty tissue paper. As I tore one open, I saw a wooden picture frame decorated with a burlap bow. Inside the frame was a picture of me and my husband, taken soon after I was diagnosed with cancer the second time. It … More Grow Old With Me
The sun was shining, the birds were chirping, and the trees were finally green. Hooray! These last couple months, winter held us hostage, but finally, spring had sprung! May rolled in with its pretty blue skies and warmer temperatures; but along with it, brought that crazy end-of-the-school-year schedule. School projects, concerts, and programs overloaded … More Out of Focus
Looking out the window, I saw the trees darkened by the soaking rain. The remnants of snow clung to the fallen leaves that collected on the ground over the long winter. Not the view I typically enjoyed but I drank my morning tea and took it all in just the same. I noticed the birds … More A Little Sunshine on a Rainy Day
NOTE: This post is different. Very different and very personal. It is not one of my typical posts. It is a poem. I haven’t written poetry in years, but I was inspired to do it. Although a somber subject, I believe it has a positive message. This message was put on my heart and … More For When That Day Comes…
This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it. (Psalm 118:24) I just had my scans again. I have them every 3 months. Because my oncologist has to keep an eye on those cancer cells lying in wait to attack bone, lung, liver, or brain; I have regular … More 3 Months
