highlights reel

So we made it to the end of The Nester’s 31 Days Challenge. I hope at least one of these posts was a blessing and an encouragement to you. If cased you missed some, here is my personal highlights reel: That time I tripped over a simple question That time my...

home sweet home

So here we are.  Day 31 of ‘Defining Home in 31 Days.’ It was a teeny-tiny goal in the grand scheme of things, but the fact that I made it to the end carries with it a sense of accomplishment. Those who have taken part in 31 Days may be able to relate. We...

walking with a wider lens

Today is my mom’s birthday. I didn’t bake her a cake. I didn’t call and sing to her over the phone. I didn’t even send her a card. If I decide to stop by to wish her a happy birthday, the closest I will get will be to sink my knees into the...

heaven is …

Just sixteen days after my mom died, I wrote this on a former blog of mine: I’m thinking a whole lot more about heaven these days, mostly wondering what it is like. Silly thoughts, really, like when it is a beautiful day outside and I think to myself, “Oh,...