Verse: And being found in appearance as a man, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross. (Philippians 2:8, New American Standard Bible) When my kids were small, I took them to swim lessons. Trained instructors demonstrated how to perform each stroke. But there was something... Continue Reading →
Pie Crust Promises
This is one of my favorite devotions. The idea for its origin will be obvious in the first line. If you’re a writer looking for ideas, perhaps you should sit back and watch a children’s movie. This lovely photo was taken by my brother-in-law Dave Reusser. You'll be seeing more of his work here in... Continue Reading →
Are you a spoon, fork or knife?
It is more blessed to give than to receive. Acts 20: 35 ** My seven-year-old daughter, Lindsay, helped me set the table. “I’m glad I’m not a fork,” she suddenly announced. ‘What’s wrong with forks?” I asked. “Forks like to stab things, trying to get everything for themselves. It’s like they say, ‘Gimme, gimme’ all... Continue Reading →
Happy Father’s Day to my husband!
I constantly remind my kids to appreciate their dad. If not for him, they would have to hire someone to help them with FAFSA’s, chauffeur us to visit them, and find someone to keep track of me. With my head in the clouds much of the time with my writing he’s learned to adapt in... Continue Reading →
Tribute to my father Forace Hale Brewer
As a father has compassion on his children, so the LORD has compassion on those who fear him. Psalm 103:13 ** Today’s post is about my dad, Forace Hale Brewer. Dad died 2005. We still miss him. I wish he was here to see how his beloved grandkids have grown up, graduated from college and... Continue Reading →
Photo tribute to my father-in-law
This past year we were saddened to lose my beloved father-in-law, Christian Robert Reusser. He lived up to his name before passing away in October from a suspected heart condition. He was a kind, energetic Christian man who lived to be age 92. He was fairly alert to the end and rode his stationery bicycle... Continue Reading →
Quotations to Inspire and Motivate
Today I’m posting some quotes I’ve found useful as a writer. The first by Chesterton is not necessarily pertinent just to writers— I just think it is helpful to remember when being a friend. I’ve included some photos of seasonal flowers. I love tulips! Do any of these quotes inspire you to succeed or help... Continue Reading →
A Future with Hope
… Jesus uttered a loud cry and breathed his last. Mark 15:37 The anniversary of my mother-in-law's death was this past week on March 6. She was a wonderful mother, mother-in-law and grandma. We loved her dearly. When she was dying from liver cancer, it grieved us to see her in pain.... Continue Reading →
Guess who’s coming to dinner
And when she recognized Peter’s voice because of her joy she did not open the gate, but ran in and announced that Peter was standing in front of the gate. (Acts 12:14, New American Standard) Some scenes in the Bible are hilarious to me. Today’s scripture is an example. In this scene by miraculous intervention... Continue Reading →
Jesus’ Friendship Never Fades
And He came to the disciples and found them sleeping and said to Peter, “So you men could not keep watch with Me for one hour?” (Matthew 26:40, New American Standard Bible) If there had been coffee shops during Jesus’ time, I’m convinced He would have taken one look at Peter’s, James’... Continue Reading →