How to Win with Jesus
With Independence Day came a house-work weekend in Wilmington. As I worked, I thought about the craziness in our world and how…
Helping Women Move From Fear into Faith
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Navigating Relationships—Adult Kids and Parents
I didn’t often worry about relationships with my kids when they were young. Mothering was automatic. They needed me in every part…
Dads- Be Your Kids’ Hero
One of my boyhood heroes was Dave Wottle. He was a middle-distance runner from Ohio made famous by his incredible finishing kick…
Marriage—Keeping What Matters Most
I overheard a conversation while I waited in a long line for a community event. Harsh accusing voices rose from a husband…
Where We’re Rooted Determines Who We Become
What I love about summers in Columbia, S.C. are the blooming plants; not the temperatures. I recently planted lantana—one of the few…
The Irreplaceable Gift of Home
I felt melancholic as I opened the door to the beach house. At first glance everything seemed the same. The ever-lasting pothos…
How to Live in Opposing Worlds
A couple of weeks ago I was overwhelmed with sadness. My recent post about motherhood only scratched the surface of some deeply…
Prayers for Eliza Jo on Her Fourth Birthday
Eliza Jo made us grandparents four years ago. As we celebrate her birthday, I celebrate mine as grandmother to Eliza and her…
Motherhood—Where Joy and Pain Collide
I’d wanted to be a mother since I fell madly in love with Frank in the second grade. My friend said cute…
When the World Went Home
I’ll not soon forget that day; a cruel virus stood in our way. Schools emptied; homes filled, teachers taught online. Parents; instant…
How an Open Door of Hospitality Changed My Life
Crispy green celery sticks stuffed with crunchy peanut butter. That’s what I remember from the meal. I don’t recall what else we…
How to Live in the Wonder of God
Something that has struck me lately is how I want to be wide awake to the mystery of life going on all…