Even though I strive to be a minimalist, I’d say there’s a problem with minimalism! Because like hoarding, minimalism focuses on possessions – just from a different perspective. It’s not that material possessions are necessarily bad. I mean, who doesn’t like a warm, comfy bed? But it’s also because God delights in blessing us. He does […]
August was a busy month for us. We had to get our guest house ready for numerous guests, and attend two weddings. Then I got the flu, which knocked me out. Because of all that, I fell behind with my Bible school classes and had to catch up. Weddings! If you’ve never been to an […]
We’ve had fun and adventure, traveled the world, learned new skills and experienced other cultures! And we did all on a shoestring budget, right from our home! “How is this possible?” you ask. Through our guests who shared the love they have for their homeland, or their passion for things like painting, making balsamic vinegar, […]
The topic of marriage came up at a neighborhood dinner this past Christmas, after they learned that my husband and I have been happily married for 43 years. “What’s your secret?” they asked with both incredulity and admiration. But one middle-aged couple said, “We don’t see the point of getting married. Besides,” he added, “I […]
June is a busy month for us. Hubby is busy finishing up his English classes. While I am busy getting ready, as usual, for our summer visits to friends and churches. I wish you could join us! First stop: the hometown First stop, Hubby’s hometown in the beautiful Cilento National Park, near Salerno. Where we […]
Storms and difficulties of all kinds and sizes come our way. From simple doldrums or times of discouragement, to life’s great storms and even pandemics. And they can really start to get us down. Many of life’s problems are extremely serious, like the events of the past few years, from pandemics to financial crises to […]