CELEBRATE!

CELEBRATE!

The month of December is often a time of reflection as we approach the end of the year. It is also a time of celebration as we take time to remember the birth of Jesus. Reflecting on the year of 2019, I came to realize that it was pretty significant for me and one...
SEIZE THE DAY

SEIZE THE DAY

In September, I had a significant birthday. To celebrate my husband took me on a trip to Israel. This was not our first trip to Israel. It was actually my husband’s seventh trip and my fourth. We love Israel, especially Jerusalem! One of my favorite spots in...
Get Out of the Boat

Get Out of the Boat

Image by Myriam Zilles from Pixabay Over the past few months, I keep hearing the words,”Get out of the boat,” in my head. As time has passed, the impression on my heart has not lessened. Instead, it has intensified. The trouble is as I look to launch out...
BE STRONG AND COURAGEOUS

BE STRONG AND COURAGEOUS

Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay Looking down at my wrist, I saw the bracelet I had purchased for myself from a company that went out of business. It is a  slender silver cuff with the words “Be strong and courageous” engraved on it. It reminds me daily...

Moving Into the Land

Have you ever noticed that when confronted with new challenges we often retreat. We see what possibly lies ahead and decide that it is too hard or daunting a challenge. At least that has been my experience. I end up frozen, immobile and stuck. Memories of being called...