Below you'll find a list of all posts that have been tagged as “Hope”
Well, I’m not gonna lie. The last seven days or so have been like a ride on a roller coaster. Backwards. My mama is getting better. Each day brings improvement and increased mobility. I’m so thankful that God raised up caring, compassionate caregivers at the hospital during and after her surgery. She’s home now and getting better each day. We …
I had a disappointment last week. It was one of those Cinderella moments where my coach turned into a pumpkin and not the other way around. Oddly, the hurt wasn’t one of those swift and immediate kind of things, but instead, a topsy-turvy ride that came (much later) in wave upon wave of nauseous discouragement. What? Yikes! Yes, it’s true. Even …
My goodness, can you believe it? Eleven days until Christmas! I hope you’re able to revel in the excitement of this blessed time of year and that the busyness of the holiday season hasn’t put a dent in your joy. I hope every time you’re met with a “Happy Holidays,” you’ll respond with a “Merry CHRISTmas” in return. I hope you’ll smile …
For many, the Christmas season is a difficult one. The hurting have perfected their smiles and cued the proper phrases. Facades are in place and sorrows safely tucked away. Memories are tamped down, snuffed out, and extinguished until it’s deemed appropriate to resurrect the past. (After all, Christmas is a happy time and it wouldn’t be fair to rain on someone else’s holiday.) …
Unless we live in a cave or under a rock, at some point we’re all faced with those inevitable highs and lows called “life.” When those roads intersect, it can often be a time of indecision and a source of stress. On one hand, we’re thrilled that our circumstances are about to change for the better. On the other hand, …
When we’re surrounded by everyday beauty, sometimes it’s easy to become a little complacent thinking that it’s always going to be there–that it’s always going to be a given. My heart aches for all of those touched recently by natural disasters, unforseen circumstances, and random acts of violence. I tend to dwell on these things, reflecting on how I, personally, can make …
Sometimes I wonder if I’m too “preachy” in my posts. It truly isn’t my intention. I just feel that, as Christians, it’s our mission to share the message of salvation. Perhaps, there is one reading this blog post today that doesn’t have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Maybe you don’t understand what it’s all about or how to ask …
A few years ago, we vacationed in Eureka Springs, Arkansas. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Eureka Springs is one of those rare gems whose beauty is unsurpassed. This quaint town has it all: breathtaking landscapes, striking, Victorian architecture, historical landmarks, arts and craft venues, museums, trolleys, and a host of friendly folks! Since “Eureka!” means, literally, “I found …
Okay, admit it. How many times have you walked by a water fountain and tossed a few coins in making a wish or two along the way? Do we really think (hope) those wishes are going to come true, or is it purely out of habit that we dig for those pennies? I’ll be honest, it’s some of both for me. In …
I think when I initially began writing, I might have thrown in the towel if I hadn’t had hope that, one day, I would realize my dream of being published. ( I spoke about this in my March 30th post.) Hope paints the horizon a little brighter; the future seems a little less intimidating. For me, since my ultimate hope …
