This year I am not eager to “put away” Christmas. It all happened so fast. I barely had a chance to catch the magic – that late night, twinkling light …
A Call to Stand
“Stand up, José!” I heard a strong voice yell behind me. “Stand up!” I turned around, not prepared for the barrage of children, of varying ages and two-wheeled vehicles that …
Smack A Cactus
I shouldn’t tell you this little episode I had… this little “run-in” I had… with a cactus. I doesn’t reflect well on me. But I can’t seem to get it …
Funeral For A Friend
I went to two funerals this week, each a lovely and poignant blessing. I went as a bystander, a friend, a comforter, for I did not know either of the …
The Invitation of Rest
“Arise, O Lord, and come to your resting place.” (Psalm 132:8) What is it you need most from God? Jesus often asked those he encountered, “What is it you want …
There’s No Place Like Home
This is an excerpt from my new book, Hand in Hand, that may not find it’s place within the binding after all. I am fascinated with the concept of “home,” …
Leave The Gap
I am coining a new phrase. I have never heard anyone use this expression before, except myself. I’d never even heard myself say it until a few days ago. It …