I met Richard Vanderwall last summer in my quest to interview WWII vets and record their stories. He and his wife are sweet people and I've enjoyed getting to know them. They live at the same retirement community as Mom. If you know a WWII vet, ask them to share stories-- you'll be amazed! **... Continue Reading →
Dishonest Dealings
And he sent them to Bethlehem and said, ‘Go and make careful search for the Child; and when you have found Him, report to me that I too may come and worship him’. (Matthew 2:9, New American Standard Bible) My friend, Heather, had never shown an interest in God. I hesitated to mention my own... Continue Reading →
Overcoming Holiday Blues
This story has been posted on my blog in other years but it is such a timely subject that I wanted to share it again. It originally was published in The Lookout Magazine. Since then, we have lost my father-in-law. Losing a loved one is never easy, but enduring it at the holidays is harder.... Continue Reading →
Watching our Words
“He does not evil to his neighbor...” Ps. 15: 3 Our Ladies Bible Study had concluded and Helen slipped into the ladies’ room. As we gathered our purses and Bibles, Alexa asked, “Has anyone seen Tom Mitchell’s house recently?” Several of us who knew the man with a slovenly yard shook our heads. Alexa... Continue Reading →
A workshop for writers at International Conference on Missions
This Saturday I’ll be leading a workshop, “Writing to Praise”, at 3:00, room 240, Indiana Convention Center, Indianapolis as part of the International Conference on Missions. There is a cost of $15 to attend the weekend-long conference, but every workshop is free. Everyone is welcome! I’m anxious to interest others in writing for God! Please... Continue Reading →
Church Away from Home
In honor of Veteran’s Day this story is posted to relay an important episode in my husband’s military career. It has been published in several Sunday School take home papers. We never know when a military person might need a nudge toward God. Can you provide that to some vet today? ... Continue Reading →
WWII vet Homer Bates received Distinguished Flying Cross
In honor of the approaching Veteran’s Day I’m featuring stories I’ve written about World War II vets. What an honor to interview them about their time serving our country. This is my husband’s uncle. Do you know a WWII vet? Tell a vet of any time period today (and every day) that you appreciate his/her... Continue Reading →
Obedience vs. Sacrifice
“Behold, to obey is better than sacrifice.” (I Samuel 15:22) When my husband John came down with the flu a few hours before milking time, I was frantic. Our hired helper had the night off and I had not been in the barn since our baby was born a... Continue Reading →