Can I reminisce for a moment? It was about this time a few years ago when I was given the opportunity to teach the first study I wrote, Dirty Laundry Secrets, at Bay Area Fellowship Westside Campus the inner-city church where I attend. That was an incredible adventure for me. It was an experience where God challenged me to trust… Read More
4-h lessons and backwards thinking.
I grew up loving animals and wanting to be a veterinarian. When I was finally old enough to be in 4-H my dad and I went to a meeting. As we were walking out the door of the house that evening, my mom was saying, “Do not sign up for anything!” you might also like . . .Christmas Eve —… Read More
if you don’t know where to start, here you go.
I am so honored! My friend Michele is running a series “They Do Justice” this week and has asked me to contribute. You will love her heart, be sure to browse her website! Check out today’s post here. My post – I’m still blinking my eyes wondering how I got so lucky to be a part of this series! Here’s… Read More
here’s the answer for an afternoon pick-me-up.
I’m not sure what you do when you need a little pick-me-up in your day. If you have a great secret to share, oh please do tell us? I’m always looking for that extra perk around 3pm. One of my pick-me-ups is to run to McAlister’s and grab their fan.tab.u.lous tea! If you are a tea connoisseur, you will agree hands-down… Read More
what glittery pink nails can teach you.
As I hurried to pack my suitcase for Guatemala, I made a quick run by the nail salon. You know, you can’t leave the country without everything being just right. My girls had asked I get pink sparkly nails, so I did. The messy beautiful. Walking among the trash and dust around Dump City, I felt so at home…. Read More
the shocking tale of a brother and sister.
Standing there among the piles of trash, I wasn’t sure what twenty-year old Marlon could tell me that would bring a hope to my heart. The smell was horrific as the birds swarmed overhead. The situation seemed helpless. Marlon’s father passed away when he was six. He was left to care for his family, which meant he began working, digging, scavenging… Read More