Contentment’s Backward Math
Thanks. Giving. These two words tumble through the month of November like leaves on a dusty road, beckoning us to pause and acknowledge our many, many blessings. Why do we just reserve one month out...
View Article“For When I was Hungry…”
In my house, food talks. With three men, my husband and two teenagers, I spend a lot of time in the kitchen. Feeding their bodies well is important to me. Feeding their souls is imperative. I’m...
View ArticleGiving Thanks
Thanksgiving is tomorrow. Like me, your thoughts are probably drawn toward feeling grateful for your many blessings. I’ve often wondered, while sampling one more spoonful of stuffing and another...
View ArticleRediscovering the Shiny and New
We are all drawn to the shiny and the new. Brightly colored gifts arranged beautifully under a tree can catch anyone’s eye and cause a smile. Shiny paper and big bows bring about excitement,...
View ArticleA Blessed Blessing
“Dear Jesus, Thank you for LIFE!” I am still reflecting on this blessing pronounced over our family dinner. Our 4-year-old grandson Jude asked if he could pray for my...
View ArticleHow to be Happy, a Little More Every Day | Susan May Warren
Being a mother of grown children took me by surprise. One minute, they were on my lap, giving me gooey kisses. The next, driving away, waving, smart, beautiful, capable adults. I’ve already mentioned...
View ArticleThe Power of Encouragement
I spent three hours on the phone yesterday with Bill, the tech support guy from our internet provider. My email hadn’t been working for several days. I’d already spent 45 minutes with another tech...
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