“Let me get you something to eat, so you can be refreshed and then go on your way—now that you have come to your servant.”
Genesis 18:5 NIV
Looking Ahead
Once again, I’m thinking months ahead. That’s the life of a writer for you. Writers are always looking ahead, writing seasonal material months…
Holed Up
One of the joys of working from home is not being forced to leave my cozy house to brave deep freeze temps like…
Our Guide
Our kids have a way of surprising us on Christmas. This year after we had opened all the gifts, they pulled out one…
Dream Sharing
With the arrival of the New Year, have you allowed yourself a few minutes yet to think about your dreams for the coming…
Sisterly Christmas Fun
My Christmas shenanigans aren’t limited to just our own little family. I carry them right on over to my parents’ house as well….
From Us to You — Merry Christmas!
Timed photo fun is always a part of our holiday festivities. So from us to you, here’s a peek at our annual Barker…
A Christmas Treasure
Remember how some of my holiday decorations are Christmas books? One in particular is becoming more of a treasure with each passing year….
Angel Tree – The Church Being the Church
It’s been a crazy-busy weekend for me with extra choir rehearsal, two cantata presentations, and Angel Tree delivery this afternoon as well as…
Your Choice Christmas Giveaway!
Another giveaway? You bet, Virginia. I can’t let the season of giving go by without playing Santa and giving something away here on…
For the Love of Others
I’m on mouse patrol. Have been every December for the past few years — ever since our nest emptied and the girls left…
Holiday Trimming
Anybody else ever have a moment of panic when the holiday season arrives? Mine happened just the other day when I turned my…
Tis the Season…for Christmas Books!
Some people decorate for the holidays with Santas and snowmen, but me — I decorate with Christmas books! Okay, I decorate with all…
A Winner — and "A Thanksgiving Offering"
Today’s the day! Time to say “thanks” in a mighty big way to one lucky subscriber of Life Notes, my quarterly inspirational newsletter…
A New Adventure
As Kristin’s mom and dad and right-hand moving team (don’t get me started on how many times we moved her while she was…
Pumpkin Cookies, Anyone?
Since we’ve been out of town all weekend helping Kristin and Shawn move, I needed a pre-planned post for you, and what could…
Love Gives
Every now and then, when things are super busy for me for one reason or another, I like to share some great quotes…
Falling Gold
Remember the beautiful sheltering tree across the street from us? It held back its fall colors longer than most in the neighborhood, but…
Empty Calories
After a ridiculous start to our weekend (a car breakdown and a break in our waterline under the house), we finally whisked ourselves…