What would you do if you were kidnapped at age 16, sold as a slave, and taken to another country? The real question is what would you do if you were able to escape? Continue reading
Lent
Born to Die
Can you see it?
Yes, there is a manger- an empty manger- but look at the shadow. Can you see it?
Not so long ago we were celebrating the Christmas season; but now, Lent is knocking at the door and in the space where the baby King slept, is the shadow of a cross. A stark reminder that the babe was born to die. Continue reading
The Perfect Latte
“Mmm….just right!” your mouth tells you as you take a sip of the perfect latte, cappuccino, coffee, hot tea or whatever you start your day with. But if there’s too much sugar, not enough cream, or the temperature is too cold or too hot, it can throw a wrench in the works. You mumble & grumble and pour & stir until you get it just right. How do I know? Because I find myself scrupulously preparing my cup of morning brew! Continue reading