How many of us know the name of our great-grandmother? Or, our great-greats? I have a Sara Jane and a plain Sarah. I also have a John Henry Carter back there, the only believing relative I’m aware of. Years ago I did an extensive genealogy search, complete with photos and stories. One family member was displeased with me … [Read more...]
Do You Believe This?
I could smell the loss across the room sitting in front of my mother’s casket. She passed away the day after Palm Sunday and buried on Good Friday, six years ago. Holy week . . . the special time of resurrection. Her last days were difficult for our family. Daughter Sherise and I remained throughout the last days and hours, … [Read more...]
Back to the Garden
In Pennsylvania, trees are season meters now dressed in equinox finery, until the parchment leaves fall noble to the ground, only to stand naked in winter. The choreography of the universe provided by the Creator reminds us of His promise to keep the earth constant from season to season. The Promise-Keeper. From the view of … [Read more...]
The Stone Unthrown
Some say they don’t want to read the Bible because it has stories of wrath, war, and scandal. Yet, we listen to the media overturn lives repeatedly. Scandal sells. The Bible is filled with stories of scandal. First century people weren’t any different than any of us. Think of the story of the redeemed adulteress in the … [Read more...]
The Dust-Carver
Why does an autograph on a baseball increase the value? A book personally signed by the author makes it more precious. Collectibles and art signed by the designer reveals the true artist. Husband Jeff is a famed woodcarver in Montgomery County. During a recent show, a woman returned to our display to bring back a piece she … [Read more...]
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