Confession: I’ve never cared much for politics. I don’t even like to identify myself as belonging to a certain party. The truth is, there are bits and pieces… Continue
Equanimity
This was the word she used. The paper covering the exam table crinkled as I shifted my weight. Elbow resting on knee, chin resting on fist, I nodded… Continue
Kitchen Sink Truth
I poured hot soapy water into the pan, scrubbing away the remnants of last night’s dinner. Swirling sponge on metal, I continued the internal dialogue with my Father. This dialogue… Continue
Junk Drawer
We all have at least one of these, right? These catch-all’s of clutter. Wooden, rectangular homes for items previously homeless. I open mine and am met with everything… Continue
The Joy Thief
I pressed the pages of my journal together, closed my eyes, and smiled. Gratitude rose in my heart as I reflected on my time with the Lord. Content to… Continue
Bye 2015
I’ve never been a big fan of New Year’s. I don’t know why exactly, but it’s always made me a little sad. Even when I was much younger,… Continue
Manger Heart
There is a room in my house that is currently bordering on the likes of a Sanford & Son episode. I’ve actually taken to closing the door because… Continue
The Resting Place
I stood in line, waiting to fill my cup with Diet Dr. Pepper. Why Diet Coke isn’t an available option at all eating establishments is beyond me… So… Continue
Dear Mr. Feuerstein…
Usually at this time of day, I’m licking clean whatever remnants lay at the bottom of a Lean Cuisine. Or, I’m grabbing one more piece of chocolate before… Continue
The Never-Ending (Love) Story
It was early. The pale blues and grays of dawn wound their way through the blinds of my bedroom. Not quite dark and not quite light. I rolled… Continue