“You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled underfoot. You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it … Read More

"As for me and my household, we will serve the Lord." Joshua 24:15b With all the celebrations heading our way, there are plenty of anticipated and unexpected emotions. The joy of family moments together. And the dread of that gathering or those not present. The peaceful quiet of … Read More

"For in him we live and move and have our being." Acts 17:28 For the first time in my life, I am taking a dance class. I was a loud-mouthed cheerleader in high school but never a dancer. Let me clarify what type of dance class. Hula. I’ve lived in Hawaii almost eleven years and enjoyed … Read More

"Christ in You, the hope of Glory." Colossians 1:27 Our family first moved to Windsor Drive when I was in the 7th grade. It was the home that helped me re-enter American life after spending all my childhood in Rhodesia. (Zimbabwe) My grandmother, well-named Grandarling, lived in Windsor House … Read More

All around people are taking steps away from and towards. Graduates who are both exhilarated with being “done!”  Fully aware (maybe) that next steps mean change whether it is a summer job, college, a gap year, looking for a job, travel, but probably moving of some kind. Maybe moving back in … Read More

It was a crazy fun week! Spirit Week at our elementary school calls for a daily dress up and show your school spirit. Monday it was PJ day. Some literally rolled out of bed and came to school! Tuesday was “dress like a teacher” day. Fun versions of our teachers walked around all day and some … Read More