My Chosen People

(this post contains affiliate links) Several years ago now a show called, The Chosen premiered. Admittedly, I didn’t dive in immediately because I tend to be a bit uncertain when it comes to new shows showcasing the story of Jesus. After a good friend mentioned it to...

What’s Stuck in Your Head?

Have you ever gotten a song stuck in your head? Or maybe you’ve been Rickrolled—you know, when you click on a link and the next thing you know you’re listening to Rick Astley singing about how he’s never going to give you up or let you down (and now you are singing...

You, Me, Us (Part 2)

Me, Mama to each of you Hair wild and curly, each curl with a mind of its own, like me, and with as much attitude, I think. Eyes that seek and search and scan my world, my circumstances, looking, always looking for beauty and wonder. Smile that comes easily, readily...

You, Me, Us (Part 1)

You, my 15 year old girl Fiery red hair that faded to strawberry blonde that flows long even when caught up in a ploof. Eyes that see simple things with great wonder, taking in details, and reflecting deep feelings. Smile that shines, radiating joy like the sun’s rays...

Just Because

As you may know, the premise of this blog is that love is not so much an emotion we experience as depicted in the movies or books, a feeling that carries us away on clouds surrounded by rainbows and unicorns, but that love is a choice we get to make each and every day...