carrying christmas

carrying christmas

My husband and I will celebrate our 42nd wedding anniversary on Wednesday. On Friday, I’ll remove my diamond rings. Not to worry, though. It’s only temporary. I’ve had my flu shot, popped my first malaria pills, and packed last year’s Cipro...
an unfinished father’s day

an unfinished father’s day

It’s hard to believe it was nine years ago when it happened. We were new parents. our first (and only) child was barely 17-months old. His toddler-talk always made me laugh, and he brought a joy to our lives that overflowed. He had been walking for a few months...
6 ways to ruin a mission trip

6 ways to ruin a mission trip

[serialposts]The above picture captures how you feel. Excited, excited, excited! People, you are going on a mission trip. You prayed. You planned. You raised support money. You researched all possible facts about your destination. You met with your mission group. You...
bless the mamas

bless the mamas

[serialposts]They mother the motherless, the mamas in this orphan village. The team that traveled to Jeremie, Haiti, the month before us went specifically to love on them. The photo of women washing the feet of women who wash feet nearly undid me. These mamas carry...