When my kids were little it was difficult to get time with only one of them at a time. There was constant activity and noise. It was a rough and tumble season of life. It took effort and an army of helpers to get alone time with just one. I tried to set aside time … Continue reading Love in Savannah
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The Song of My Scars
When my boys where little, they were fascinated by scars. So much so that when they fell and skinned a knee or got cut, one way to ease the pain was to talk about what a cool scar this was going to make someday. Then they would take the pain in stride and tell a … Continue reading The Song of My Scars
Beauty and the Beast
Valentine’s Day. A day to celebrate love. Some feel it is a made-up holiday, by the card and candy companies. That may or may not be true, but it doesn’t matter to me either way. I am all for celebrating love no matter who decided to highlight it first. However, love is different than romance. … Continue reading Beauty and the Beast
Broken Candle
My candle was broken. When I selected it from the box at the church door it was intact. I didn’t intend to break it. I stood to worship on Christmas Eve. Singing all my favorites of the season. A much-needed heart lift. Of course, all my favorites are also Mom’s favorites, so my vision got … Continue reading Broken Candle
True Love
Love does not always look like roses, chocolates, and candlelight. It is deeper than that. In fact, until the storms of life come along, I would say that love isn’t tested. New love is more infatuation than sacrifice. Do not get me wrong, there is a glorious awakening of the heart when new love blooms. … Continue reading True Love