Energized
You know the feeling. The lift in your spirit, the yes in your heart, the light…
Shot of Joy
Could anyone use a shot of joy? A fresh infusion of lighthearted spirits and smiles? If…
9 Things I Love About You
Before this week of all things “love” gets away from us (and by the way, hope…
Comeback Kids
Yay! Our strawberry patch has continued its comeback! Last spring, after a year of almost being…
Confessions of a Chocoholic
This piece first appeared in a special humor issue of Life Notes, my quarterly inspirational newsletter/ezine….
Celebration Anyone?
Anyone due for a time of celebration? Has it been awhile since you’ve jumped for joy?…
For Fun: You Might Not Know…
Hope you’re ready for some of my silliness :) In spite of recent sad times and…
The Grandstands
True to our own little tradition, Don and I went to the movies on Halloween. This…
Small Touches
Sometimes one amazing story after another unfolds during a mission trip. Other times the tale is…
Tis the Season…for Christmas Books!
Some people decorate for the holidays with Santas and snowmen, but me — I decorate with…
Holiday Warmth for Giveaway Winner…and Others
Somebody just got a little warmer. Today I drew a name for the Holiday Warmth Giveaway,…
Family Christmas Concerts
Ready for a blast from my past? Since we’ve been gone all weekend on a fun…
Declaring a Holiday
Had your fill of the campaign trail? Worn out with news of the economy? Anyone in…
It Takes A Team
It’s that time of year again. Spring not only sees the natural world renewed, but ball…
Good Medicine
I did my best to avoid it. I took mega-doses of C and sucked on zinc…
Going "Splat"
Up for a little more basketball talk? We didn’t get to see our local college teams…
Cheer On!
Many Wednesday and Saturday evenings during the winter find me and Don cheering on our local…
Merry Christmas!
Things are very Christmasy at the Barker house. Our kids are home, and we are in…