A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones. (Proverbs 17:22) Life with Blondie and Brownie, our new dogs, has already been a fantastic journey. From the moment they arrived, our lives drastically altered. We wake earlier, exercise more, and have learned to adapt to prevent the steady slew of …
Now if we are children, then we are heirs—heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ, if indeed we share in His sufferings in order that we may also share in His glory. (Romans 8:17) When David and I visited Puerto Rico (PR) on our premier wedding anniversary in March 2023, we encountered our first island …
We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed. (2 Corin. 4:8-9) In celebration of our second wedding anniversary, David and I traveled to northwestern Puerto Rico (PR) in pursuit of a peaceful escape. What we found provided us with …
For now we see only a reflection as in a mirror; then we shall see face to face. Now I know in part; then I shall know fully, even as I am fully known. (1 Corinthians 13:12) I remember an old set of Southwest Airlines commercials whose tagline was “Wanna get away?” The ads featured …
The eternal God is your refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms. (Deuteronomy 33:27) David and I speak the same love language – on many levels. We both strive to be affirming; we look for ways to help one another, and – perhaps the most profound thing – we understand the importance of physical touch. …
What is mankind that you are mindful of them, human beings that you care for them? (Psalm 8:4) As I walked through my living room this morning at the start of my day, I was struck by the luminous sunlight emanating through my arched window above the front door. After several days of rain and …
By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another. (John 13:35) On Wednesday, March 12, 2025, David and I will celebrate our second wedding anniversary – a date made all the more special by the love that grows stronger with each passing day. I often marvel at the depth …
The LORD will keep you from all harm — He will watch over your life. (Psalm 121:7) God and my husband have both saved me in countless ways. God saved my soul and has prepared a place for me to spend eternity with Him. Jesus has always been my closest friend and perpetual protector. His …
Your Word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path. (Psalm 119:105) I recently found an old tote bag that I formerly carried to church with me. What I call a tote is really an organizer purse – designed with a divided section at the bottom to keep everything organized. A large …
A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another, even as I have loved you, that you also love one another. (John 13:34) A few days before Valentine’s Day, I awoke inspired to shower my visiting 88-years-young mother with love and attention on this memorable holiday. I rarely get to share this …