That’s a question I often ask myself. Not ‘Why am I here on this earth?” No, that question was answered years ago, many years ago at this point, when Christ entered my heart. I was created because He wanted me to be. Just as He wanted you and every piece of creation. He loved usContinueContinue reading “Why Am I Here?”
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Swedish Death Cleaning
My brothers had an estate sale at my parents’ house this week, which brought sadness to my heart. Few of my childhood memories are tied to this house because my parents didn’t live there when I was growing up. But it still held a big piece of my heart. Dad died of heart problems inContinueContinue reading “Swedish Death Cleaning”
Slow Living in Christ?
Our busy and hurried world lives in the fast lane. Constant activity is equated with achievement, and being overwhelmed is almost a virtue. But how true are these assumptions? Our growing lists of contacts, profiles, followers, and things to do can give us a sense of accomplishment, importance, or success. But they don’t always meanContinueContinue reading “Slow Living in Christ?”
If I Could Live Life Over {My ABC Bucket List}
It’s not possible, and it’s a good thing it’s not. But if I could go back and live my life over again, there are so many things I would change. I would strive to… 🪞 A – Accept myself for who I am. 🥹 B – Be more patient. 🕊️ C – Cultivate more peace.ContinueContinue reading “If I Could Live Life Over {My ABC Bucket List}”
I Do Not Like That Proverbs Woman
I have a problem with her (I must confess). The virtuous woman of Proverbs 31. She did everything right and never did anything wrong. She probably thought it was a disgrace to get out of bed later than sunrise. Never a hair out of place. Always kind and never a wrong word. And I’m sureContinueContinue reading “I Do Not Like That Proverbs Woman”
Why I Choose Simple Living
Why I choose simple living (or minimalism) is a question I am often asked. And it’s not always easy to explain, especially to those who have never heard of minimalism. Or when I tell them that it all started with a bottle of vinegar upon learning that my daughter stopped using chemical cleaners. Apparently cleaningContinueContinue reading “Why I Choose Simple Living”