Tag: Jesus
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When Family Feels Uncomfortable
I’ve got a really big family. And we don’t always get along. I’m not talking about genetics. My immediate family has worked hard at connecting with each other. I’m referring to that ever-growing family of people who are followers of Jesus. There are those who’ve said, “They’re not really family. They just believe the…
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We All Need A Little Ninja
For over half of his brief four-and-a-half-year lifespan, Ryken has struggled with breathing issues. His folks have taken him to the emergency room numerous times, one of which required a call to 911 because his breathing was so labored. To see Ryken, you’d never think he was challenged with health issues. He’s engaging, effervescent, energetic.…
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Papa Corn Holds Court
The adults were sitting at one table. Young parents with a plethora of children, all enjoying conversatio–apart from their kids. John had all those kids at his table. My husband is the ultimate Papa. Children gravitate to him like bees to flowers. His kindness, gentleness and good humor draw them into conversations which…
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‘Cuz We’re Cousins
You couldn’t find two more different little boys. That’s not totally true. We’ve all quite unique. But seeing distinctions in the lives of two one-year-olds is more fun than two adults sitting together attempting to connect and get along. Cal and Ward are four months apart. Cal, the older, is quite a bit bigger…
Tip of My Iceberg 