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Welcome to my blog!

In this space, I share my experiences of faith and missionary life in Italy. As an aging empty nester with family scattered across the globe, I discuss the challenges of aging, loneliness, and missing loved ones.

At the heart of this blog is my passion for the “Dolce Vita,” which, to me means aspiring to live a quiet, peaceful life, being content with what one has, loving others, and seeking God in the ordinary spaces of everyday life.

For me, this is the true dolce vita—found only in the joy of walking with Jesus. You too can experience this joy: let’s pursue it together!

  • God Answers Even Before we Call

    The year we spent in a central Italian city in the early 1990s was hard, as we were struggling to live on almost no income ($200 a month). This was especially the case because people were so suspicious of us.… Continue reading

    God Answers Even Before we Call
  • 9 Timeless Tips For a Strong Marriage

    Marriage is a learning process. I’ve found that no matter how long you’ve been married or how great your marriage is, there’s always something new to learn. There’s always some area to improve, or a wrong to forgive.  Hubby and… Continue reading

    9 Timeless Tips For a Strong Marriage