When I find a really good book, I love telling others about it. Susan Meissner’s new book, Lady in Waiting, is one of those books I can’t wait to talk about! It’s going on my list of all-time favorites. The writing is seamlessly beautiful, the story is a page-turner, and it stays with you long after you reach the end. …
Lions and Tigers and Bears – O My!
Okay, the lions and tigers are an exaggeration. But the bears and the “o my” are true. During my weekend retreat in the Smoky Mountains, my friend took me hiking. I confess was a bit out of my element. I don’t consider myself a novice when it comes to physical activity, because I do work out at the gym regularly …
Smoky Mountain Majesty
I just returned from a long weekend in the Smoky Mountains, and ahhhhh! What a rejuvenating few days! The cabin where I stayed with my friend Lynn clings to the side of a mountain at the top of a curvy, steep, one-lane road that sent apprehensive chills up my spine the first time I saw it. Lynn zooms up the …
Storms at Sea
My husband and I were on a cruise a few years ago when there was a storm at sea. The ship’s captain navigated around the storm, so while we experienced some fairly rough waters (which is quite interesting on a ship where over 2000 people stuff themselves four times a day with more rich, heavy food than they normally eat …
Psalm 91 On YOU!
My family uses Psalm 91 as a parting blessing. When someone is leaving to travel anywhere, we say, “Psalm 91 on you!” If you read Psalm 91, you’ll immediately see why. These verses are filled with the promise of protection for those who place their trust in the Lord. The first time my mom flew out to visit me in …
Praying Psalm 90 – Part 2
I have to tell you a story about Psalm 90. Years ago, when I was an entry level programmer working on my very first large computer system implementation, I got my first introduction to a project timeline. It was definitely not love at first sight. Our tasks were assigned based on the order in which they needed to be accomplished, …
Praying Psalm 90 – Our Timeless God
Before the mountains were born or you brought forth the earth and the world, from everlasting to everlasting you are God. (Psalm 90:2) Sometimes during my morning time of praying the Psalms, I come across a verse that doesn’t so much speak to me as slam into me with the force of a tornado. This is one of those verses. …
Happy Anniversary to my Husband and BFF!
Today is a very special day! Twenty years ago today, I married the love of my life, my knight-in-shining-armor, Ted. It was a gorgeous fall day full of joy and laughter and stunningly blue skies and sunshine that transformed everything it touched into sparkling diamonds. There are very few times that I can pinpoint and say, “THAT moment changed my …
Book Review – Petra
Petra, City in Stone by T. L. Higley Cassia is a young mother thrown into a desperate situation when her abusive and secretive husband is killed. She journeys to Petra, a breathtaking city literally carved into the rocky cliffs, hoping to find the boy’s relatives. She does, but they’re not what she expected – and they’re not happy to discover …
Praying Psalm 85 for my Country
My Bible reading this morning stirred a longing inside me that surprised me. I do pray for my country, but the words of Psalm 85 give voice to such a deep longing for God’s presence in the land. I want that for my country, too! Take a look: “I will listen to what God the Lord will say; he promises …