Don’t ask me why, but the 1963 Alfred Hitchcock movie The Birds popped into my mind. Now, I’m pretty sure I never actually saw the film, but as a little...
My husband and I are what you might call “project people.” If there isn’t a home project happening, one will mysteriously appear. It’s like we have some inner radar that...
I’m sitting across from a friend I haven’t seen in a while. You know how those first few minutes go—rapid-fire updates, quick laughs, filling in the gaps of time lost...
Describing grief is complicated. It has many layers, each stirring emotions we never expected. We often hear about the seven stages of grief—shock, denial, anger, bargaining, depression, testing, and acceptance—but...
Caregiving is an adventure—one filled with laughter, tears, and moments that make you question your sanity. As I got off the phone with a dear friend updating me on her...
“I don’t know if I am an optimist, I mean, I haven’t really had anything terrible happen to me.” My husband and I exchanged glances as we listened to our...
As I descended from the stage, my mind still buzzing with the echoes of my speech to faith-driven business leaders, a gentle voice from the crowd halted me. It wasn't...
In all good stories, there comes a point where the warrior must transform into the person needed to accomplish their mission. Despite our wishes, often we are not the person...
As I recently watched a show, the storyline depicted a man struggling with the loss of his wife in a tragic accident, leaving him to raise their newborn daughter alone...
Have you ever found yourself unexpectedly hosting an unwelcome guest? Perhaps they lingered longer than you anticipated, casting a shadow over your home and your peace of mind. I vividly...
A few years ago, my husband and I went on a trip to Greece. Before our departure, I spent time researching articles and tips for our journey. One recurring recommendation...
A year ago, I moved into my new home, and one of the perks was snow removal. Naturally, I was delighted not to have to deal with plowing snow anymore...