Slow Stroll

Those of you who read my last blog post, “Homesick,” are aware that this is the second installment in a two-part series that discusses the lessons I’ve learned from the fallout of COVID-19.  It’s my prayer that these blogs will encourage you as we live this...

Homesick

This isn’t the blog I planned for this day.  In fact, it’s just the opposite. Those of you who have followed my writings for some time are aware that this is normally an exciting month for me—the month when I return to my beloved Rocky Mountains in Estes...

Under His Wings

The mother phoebe guards her eggs. Every year around this time, my family and I welcome a special pair of visitors.   As winter slips into spring, I begin awaiting the arrival of these honored guests.  I peer out the windows, wondering when I’ll...

April Showers

A rainy day near my house. Dear God, just wanted to let You know that You had better check on your garden hose.  I think someone left it running, and we don’t need any more rain in Arkansas.  Okay?  Okay.  Oh, and we wouldn’t hate some sunshine...

Mini Miracles

I love the sounds of spring.   They’re so beautiful, and there are so many of them.  I’m thinking of the gentle swish of breezes through papery new leaves.  Or what about the warbling songs of birds just returned from their sojourn in...