Tonight I had the privilege of going home--to my alma mater Wesleyan College--again and sharing in their chapel service. It gave me such joy to be with those young women. Tonight's post is what I shared with them. Thank you for the honor, my sisters. My Daddy used to say I would go around my… Continue reading A Dented Door and An Empty Journal–On Gratitude and Grace
Tag: Mama’s unwavering faith
The Cup of Coffee
I didn't want to write about this tonight.Seriously, I've spent much of today debating myself about it. So much so that I have a headache (which could be non-related, but still). I have other things to share. 80's music at a skate rink and a turtle shell-inspired story. Good stuff, right?But my heart says no. Tomorrow… Continue reading The Cup of Coffee
On journeys, memories, and finding peace
Journeys. We begin them. We come to the end of them. One year ago tonight, the Fella was flying a night sortie. He wouldn't be home until after midnight. I had a sick young'un who was on the upswing of the bug, and my oldest was supposed to go to a Wesleyan College information night… Continue reading On journeys, memories, and finding peace
On Mama’s Faith and Welcoming Santa Home
I went over to Mama's this evening and picked up her Christmas decorations. It made me sad to think about them not being put out for the first year ever. Even when Daddy was so sick, we put something out, as best as I can remember. So this year should be no different. What made… Continue reading On Mama’s Faith and Welcoming Santa Home
I Might Need A Nap 