Several years ago I became convinced that food matters. Some may call me a “foodie” today, I definitely didn’t come to that title naturally.
You have to understand that when I say I’m not the world’s most fabulous cook, I’m not exaggerating. Over the last twenty-six years, we have moved nineteen times. Each move consisted of the smoke detector going off while I was cooking. (more…)
“Don’t take it personally.” Have you ever had someone say those words when everything seemed personal? If you’re like me, those are fighting words! After all, we’re talking about our lives, marriages, children, and businesses. We’re talking about everything that we hold dear. (more…)
Can we change someone’s worldview? Yes. Maybe. Kinda. Sorta.
I sat in the line at the coffee shop this afternoon. Their espresso machine must be down again because the wait is longer than normal. (more…)
Are you longing for rest? Have you ever felt alone even though you’re in the midst of many? I know I have. This last week, my husband and I waited in the Starbuck’s line. He asked, “Have you ever felt alone or is that something only shy people experience?” I replied with sincerity, sharing the depth of loneliness I have felt in my lifetime. Instantly, he could see that loneliness wasn’t just for “shy” people. (more…)
I was heading out the door to have lunch with a friend when my mother asked for my thoughts on a matter. I didn’t look up as I spoke. Instead. I continued searching my purse for the missing keys and replied that I didn’t know the answer. She asked, “You don’t feel like the Holy Spirit is giving you any direction?” Without much thought, I replied, “Mom, right now I don’t’ know if I’m hearing the Lord’s voice or my hormones.” We giggled, and I rushed out the door. (more…)
