“Mama,” I heard the soft voice of my oldest. “Mama, wake up. Daniel’s puking and crying.” I slowly opened my […]
Aren’t We All Like Judas?
After attending The Passion Play this weekend, I have thought a lot about Judas. He was one of the disciples […]
Hacked Off Hornets
“I’m not messing with that bush,” my friend warned as I walked her direction, “I bumped it and flying insects […]
Check Your Bait
“I caught a snake!” my mom yelled as she quickly left the pole with my husband and darted to the […]
Letting Them Drown
My fingers dug into the silty soil. Desperate, my eyes darted in every direction, hoping to see through the murky […]
Skunked
“Daddy! Frank and Yella Dog caught something black. Hurry. Get out here, quick!” my oldest excitedly instructed. Next thing I […]
Watching Papa Die
(Update: Papa passed away the day after I wrote this and we had his funeral this past Thursday.) Some things […]
When Leaders Fall
Rarely do I write about politics or news events, but this week, my heart is burdened over the recent investigation […]
Hug Them Twice
What a tragic loss our community has suffered this weekend. My heart is heavy, and it aches for all involved […]
Losing Our Hair
“Did we catch him last night?” “Nope, but the little guy has to have a bald backside by now,” David […]