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81 Years Since Iwo Jima: Remembering Pfc. Franklin R. Sousley
We had gathered at the cemetery. The sky was heavy and the clouds sat near the ground. It had rained all morning. You know, the cold rain that feels like it dripped off of ice. The earth squished below me, while I wrestled to hold back a chill that fought to race through my body.…
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Finding Wonder in Winter: A Heartfelt Reflection
This evening the rain effortlessly transitioned to snow and with it my heart. For a moment all of my adult cares and burdens were abandoned. I opened wide my mouth and caught heavens ice crystals on my tongue. Snowflakes melted on contact and joy seeped into my soul. Youthful wonder filled me as I threw…
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The Power to Overcome: Lessons from a Blind Artist
I have a painting that hangs as the focal point of my dining room. The title “Max and Theo,” is a picture of a happy elephant with a parrot resting on his truck. With vibrant colors, the painting speaks of the joy of unlikely friendship. Hidden below the symphony of colors is a greater testament.…
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Seeking Signs: Understanding God’s Love While Hiking
God’s call to walk with Him in the woods, ends with realizing His love has always been.
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Climbing Ladders and Building Faith
Faith is strengthened while overcoming the fear of climbing a ladder.
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Overcoming Evil with Good: A Beach Adventure
Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good. Romans 12:21 KJV I recently had the opportunity to go to the beach with my children and a Sister in Christ. The first evening that we were there the children and I were each stung by a jellyfish! They were rather small in size and…
Hiking in Pearls 