The Bitter with the Sweet
One of my favorite drinks from a popular coffee chain is an iced caramel macchiato. It has distinct layers–vanilla syrup, frothy milk, espresso and caramel–giving the consumer a unique flavor experience. Upon receiving the beautiful drink, the layers are sharply visible presenting the all-important decision: to mix or not to mix? I like to sip for a while, tasting the bitter layer of espresso with a hint of sweetness at the end. This drives my husband crazy, who would rather
Nov 122 min read
Would you rather have happiness in the moment, or lasting joy no matter what?
Let’s face it … life is hard. No one goes unscathed on this side of heaven. There are bills to pay, mouths to feed, unemployment, broken relationships, not to mention, homelessness, natural disasters, wars and oppression. In between the hardships, there are moments of happiness: a beautiful day, a stranger’s kind words, a child’s smile, or finding an unexpected twenty-dollar bill in a coat pocket. These moments are there if we notice them, but they also seem … fleeting. Th
Nov 53 min read
There's Something About the Moon
There’s something about the moon. It is beautiful, mysterious and enchanting. Its soft light draws you in and mesmerizes. When reflected on water, the glow is particularly breathtaking. The moon can also be spooky, illuminating the darkness with only enough light to dimly see, while leaving things hidden in the shadows. Yet, as is common knowledge, the moon is not its own light source. Alone, it does not generate light, but merely reflects the sun’s light. Like much of God’
Oct 293 min read
Will God Keep Me Safe?
The world is a scary place. Just turning on the evening news is enough to make one tremble in fear. Plane crashes, wars, human trafficking and school shootings dominate the headlines. Getting caught up in current events can certainly contribute to living life in dread, afraid to venture out from the safety of home. Have you heard of the book series, The Worst Case Scenario Handbook? While exaggerated and humorous, the anthology showcases extreme situations and attempts to e
Oct 163 min read
A Survey of the Heart
Recently I noticed a land surveyor in my neighborhood as I was leaving for work. They are easy to spot in their bright safety vests and...
Oct 13 min read
Taking Time to Plan: 3 biblical promises for those who plan
The hazy, lazy days of summer are over and it’s time once again to get down to business. I dust off my planner and think through new routines, goals, and to-do lists I want to accomplish.
Aug 272 min read
