Every story has a plot. It is what is called the story arc or the plot-line. At the beginning of a story, the readers are introduced to the main character, also called the protagonist. Once the action begins to rise, they get to know the character by the thoughts and behaviors they observe. By the … Continue reading The Messy Middle
Corona Virus
Dementia Doesn’t Shelter-in-Place
Dementia doesn’t shelter-in-place. There is no pause. There is no waiting. It rolls relentlessly on, continuing its forward movement. It continues to take away Mom’s ability to communicate. Words are fewer and farther between. It continues to take away her mobility. Steps are slower and slower. Its newest take away is her ability to swallow. … Continue reading Dementia Doesn’t Shelter-in-Place
Breath of God
Sometimes there are things which catch my attention, that will not let me go until I contemplate them. It can be a word, image, phrase or idea. Lately, the phrase that is stuck in my mind is Breath of God. And so, I ponder it. From the very beginning, our breath has been a gift. … Continue reading Breath of God
Interruption vs. Disruption
At first, the corona virus seemed to be an interruption to me, I think to all of us. A couple of weeks, maybe a few more, but as soon as the break was over, things would get back to normal. A pause in our lives; a temporary break. Now, the reality is sinking in. This … Continue reading Interruption vs. Disruption
The Post-Corona Age
This is a pivotal time in history. The word unprecedented has been used to describe what is happening, and it is an accurate description. There is no precedent for this. We are all in new territory, and with it comes the unknown future. Currently, we are uneasy and anxious for what the new reality will … Continue reading The Post-Corona Age
Where the Rubber Meets the Road
If you are a person of faith, difficult times, like the ones we are in, are where the rubber meets the road. It is a time where, what you say you believe and what you actually believe, come into conflict with one another. Reality hits you square between the eyes. When you lose your job, … Continue reading Where the Rubber Meets the Road
Heart for the Nations
My heart awakens the deep places within me. Never mind the foggy darkness outside my window. The heart never knows the time on a clock, only the times and seasons catch its attention. When it is awake, I pay attention no matter what the clock says. So, I am up, on my knees in the … Continue reading Heart for the Nations
Shelter in Place
The birds are singing as if they know a secret I do not. Their joyful song dances around on the cool breeze. Unlike me, they don’t have a care in the world. They flit from branch to branch, following me along the trail to sing over me. As usual, they sing a chorus together, each … Continue reading Shelter in Place
Be Brave
The definition of bravery is the quality or state of showing mental or moral strength to face danger, fear, or difficulty. Showing no fear in times of trouble does not mean there is no fear. It means walking into a scary time prepared to meet the challenge. Brave comes from the word bravo, which means … Continue reading Be Brave
Before and After
This blog was originally written in March 2020 just as the pandemic was arriving in America. A year later I have adapted it because it still fits! Now, as I try to process this past year it feels surreal, yet God is not surprised. We might be wondering how this crisis could happen, but he … Continue reading Before and After
Michelle's Mosaic 