

Sowing and Reaping
There is a bittersweet feeling at this point of the year when wheat harvest reaches its end. Over the years, I have gained memories,...


Deeper than the Ocean
Mornings, afternoons and nights were spent on the balcony during our honeymoon. -Not every day, every afternoon or every night, but we...


Let Freedom Ring
My favorite day during the summer happens to land on the same date every year: July 4th. I have fond memories of Independence Day...


Preparing for Paradise
“Set your minds on the things above, not on earthly things.” Colossians 3:2 This week Tyler and I couldn’t stop thinking about our...


Good, Good Father
Yesterday started as a typical Sunday morning. I got up, ate breakfast and headed to church to teach Sunday School. I went to the church...


That's How Much
Before the toasts at our wedding reception, my dad took the opportunity to thank everyone for coming. We are so thankful to have such an...


Basic Instructions Before Leaving Earth
Imagine this: You are having a conversation with someone - someone who you love and would do anything for. They continuously ask you for...


The Price of Freedom
“There is no greater love than to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.” John 15:13 As I sat at the Memorial Day service at the Heart of...


Sending Thanks to Him
“Give thanks to the Lord, for His love endures forever.” 1 Chronicles 16:34 Thankful. That is one word that describes how I feel in...


Even If
As I patiently waited for a phone call to hear good or bad news, I replayed the interview in my head over and over thinking what I...