Oh, the things we do for our children. For some unknown reason, I offered myself up for coaching the 4th grade girls volleyball team this year. These girls have never played one day of volleyball. And I haven’t played since I was the setter for my high school volleyball team. My little sister and I… Read More
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Religious Experience or Relationship?
New York is such an interesting study in human behavior. People from around the world converge here, to experience what they perceive as life in America. I see them all over the place. Standing around gawking up at the tall buildings, in Times Square trying to understand why there’s a man playing the guitar in… Read More
Seek and Ye Shall Find
There was a time when my career was a big part of my identity. The adrenaline rush of successful moments, opportunities to work with well-known companies, promotions and the stories I would share at the end of my days – all evoked “oohs” and “aahs” from family, friends and peers. They were impressed with me,… Read More
Resurrecting Hope: Speaking Those Things That Be, Not As Though They Were
We will all battle hopelessness at some point in our lives. And no matter who we are or what our situation, HOPE is one thing we all desperately need. Most people understand hope as wishful thinking, as in “I hope something will happen.” But that is such a watered down version of what hope is.… Read More
Note to Self: I am a Beloved Child of God
Even in the midst of difficult times that just won’t seem to subside, remember WHO and WHOSE you are: God’s Beloved Child. YOU are worthy. YOU are protected. YOU are loved beyond measure. YOU are a beloved child of God!
Life’s Anchors
Have you ever felt like your life is like a boat, traveling uncharted waters where the world shows you all its beauty…and its wrath? In the beginning, you are a novice. Then you slowly learn how to steer and take charge of your own sails. You come inland to discover a new place and space… Read More