My Declaration of Dependence

My Declaration of Dependence

  I’m focusing on celebrating the 4th of July with my family and friends today.  We’re talking about the brave independence we declared long ago and also our need for dependence on the Lord now.  Please enjoy my post from last year’s...
A Reason to Dance

A Reason to Dance

“Lord the Light or Your Love is shining, In the midst of the darkness shining, Jesus light of the world shine upon us, Set us free by the truth You now bring us, Shine on me. Shine on me….” She danced without inhibitions.  Eyes closed and arms out...
Mercy Triumphs

Mercy Triumphs

I have been enjoying the many layers of beauty in the iris. I fold back petals only to find more. It’s not just the layers of petals that entice me to investigate, but also the incredible detailed handiwork on the petals. Yellow fuzzy lines sit on the middle of...
When You Need To Be Revived

When You Need To Be Revived

Every spring we have one of those days.  Out of nowhere, the temperature drops and we get a great storm with hail. The kids love it but I cringe at the thought of our fragile flowers being pelted by the ice. This year it was the bluebells that were still standing, the...
He is Risen! Alleluia!

He is Risen! Alleluia!

  It’s been a messy week but in the midst of a battle with allergies, fatigue and a great lack of organization I was encouraged. All I could see was the mess.  The school books scattered and miscellaneous items on the dining room table. Headbands,...
On Revisiting the Past

On Revisiting the Past

  The million steps to 35 years ago is literally just a few blocks away. I live one street over from a house I grew up in. Sometimes I take my children down that dead-end road. We walk down the gravel road where I remember…like yesterday…playing in...
Welcome to Wasteland to Graceland

Welcome to Wasteland to Graceland

  Welcome to Wasteland to Graceland! If you are visiting from the 5 Minutes for Mom Party, here is a little introduction about my blog: I’m a Christian, wife, mom (2 kids), homeschooler, and Christian Life Coach. I loved writing and illustrating stories as...
God-based vs. Fear-based Decisions

God-based vs. Fear-based Decisions

The Magic House… A magnificent old house in St. Louis filled with everything a child (and adult) longs to play with but doesn’t realize yet.  There is nothing commonplace or boring.  Unique excitement awaits around every corner and in every nook and...