My life is blessed by a small group of amazing women. Some I’ve known for 30+ years, others are recent additions. All special and unique in their gifts and the love we share. All I call sisters. These women come from varying backgrounds, are in different stages of life, some married, others widowed but all …
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Mistaken Identity
My husband, Mac, has been interested in learning more about his ancestry for several years. His father died when he was a baby. So, he never had a chance to know him or hear his stories. His mother didn’t share what she knew; she rarely spoke of his father. Whether it was self-protection or lack …
Unclaimed, Unopened, Often Ignored
The box sat outside her front door. Tucked neatly in the corner of the doorway. A potted plant pulled close to distract others attention. Yet, in view by those walking by. I passed her doorway daily and after a week, then two, now going on three – the box remained, half-hidden yet visible. The amazing …
Fearfully and Wonderfully Made
I’ve shared in previous posts that I am an avid gardener. Although I often question my sanity when faced with the ever-changing weather of Central Oregon. My very favorite thing about gardening and being in nature is observing God’s amazing creativity. His infinite imagination and attention to the finest details of His masterpiece. Last week, …
Broken Pieces Made Whole
Last week my husband, our 10-year-old fur-baby, and I visited the Oregon Coast. During our trip, we stopped at a local glass blowing shop and we had a chance to watch the creation of a glass float. It’s a fascinating process. Raw materials, shards of color glass and molten glass, molded together – refined by …
Holy Moments
A stillness fell over the room. The type of quiet that forces you to take notice. The music played gently in the background and the early morning light cut through the window leaving a shadow across the small wooden table and her favorite cup of tea. The children were hanging on to the last remnants …
BeLoved 