The lights were flashing and spinning. The music was loud and the musicians were jumping all around the stage. It […]
One Nation, Under God
(Written November 2016, reblog) As I held my youngest son close to my chest this morning during The Veteran’s Day Program […]
Just Because There Is Death Doesn’t Mean It’s Dead
Just because there is death, doesn’t mean it’s dead. I have been repeating this sentence to myself for the past […]
“Yes” Is The Only Requirement
As I am writing this, I am watching two twenty-something-year-old guys with chainsaws traipse through a maze of fallen trees. […]
Do Something
I experienced so many emotions this week. Hurricane Michael formed quickly and appeared to be coming straight for us. With […]
Be Brave
This month, as I think about breast cancer awareness, I cannot help but think about all of my loved ones […]
It’s All About Perspective
Riding down the interstate last week, my youngest son started laughing hysterically, “Mama, look at that truck! Why are we […]
Living in the Deep End
My youngest son is fearless. No matter what new adventure is at hand, he is always raring and ready to […]
Pick Up Your Nails
I was reminded this week of a time when I was walking around Lake Francis, here in Madison. As most […]
People, Lock Your Doors
We were driving home from one of our first dates, when all of a sudden, he yelled, “Stop!” and jumped […]