It was a cold, January day in Zion National Park. Red rock mountains towered above our heads, glowing like fiery giants as the sun began to set. As we stood small and fragile, watching the glory radiate off the canyon walls, he wrapped his arms around me, pulled a tiny box out of his pocket, … Continue reading The Best Part of Marriage
Category: Reflections
The Hope of His Coming
With palms waving, we settle into songs of praise. What beauty in the simple words, rooted in such tradition, held dear by so many around the world. Hosanna! Baruch haba be'shem Adonai! Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord! Last weekend, I joined Christians around the world in remembering Jesus' triumphal … Continue reading The Hope of His Coming
Of Garlic and Israel
It’s November 1, and I planted the garlic today. Flurries laid on the ground in the shadows, leftovers from yesterday’s first dusting. Warm sun hung above me, but the air was cold. It’s time. Unfortunately, the timing is rough this year because I’m also battling a case of pneumonia right now. In a few days … Continue reading Of Garlic and Israel
Thoughts on Schools, Jobs, and the Upcoming Generation
A few days back, I had the opportunity to take my kids to a Step Afrika performance at the UW-Green Bay campus. What a vibrant display of culture, physical fitness, and dynamite excitement! The performance was exclusively for students, and the venue seated homeschoolers together in one section. Across the aisle were public school kids … Continue reading Thoughts on Schools, Jobs, and the Upcoming Generation
Women of Wisdom
It started with six women. Six of us sitting around a table, right after the lockdowns had ended. We were all starved for connection, and the needs around us were great. So many churches were still not meeting. Small groups had dissolved over night, and many women had no community of faith around them. It … Continue reading Women of Wisdom
Two Precious Stones 