Embracing Joy
My newest novel is out!
Are you ready for some beach time? Can’t get away to some tropical island? I’m here to rescue you! My latest novel is now available. It’s called Fractured Grief. Set in the Virgin Islands, it’s a contemporary Christian fiction read with a Caribbean vibe complete with smugglers and rum! Available right now on Amazon for … Continue reading
Four wheeling in Flagstaff
Normally, Karl and I try to find remote, deserted roads to explore on our four-wheelers. We enjoy the adventure, the challenge, and the thrill of ‘discovering’ something new. We’d been in Arizona since the end of December, and enjoyed several really fun rides in the desert. But, this week, we took a whole new kind … Continue reading
Thy Will
I really love the story of when Jesus heals the man with leprosy (Matthew 8:1-11, Mark 1:40-45, and Luke 5: 12-16). The story is short, but so very rich with things to think about. The first thing is the man himself. He approaches Jesus humbly and immediately goes to his knees in front of … Continue reading
Life’s Mosaic
Though we got our first snow and cold temps this past week, I am so grateful for the amazing, warm fall we’ve just been treated to. July through mid-September were a bit (huh, understatement!) of a trial at our house as both of us dealt with some health challenges, and the nice, sunny days did … Continue reading
Sweet Peas
Last year we had snow on September 8th. I wasn’t happy. This year it’s the first week of October and we are still enjoying 70 and 80 degree days. I am definitely happy. One of rich blessings that has come with this extended, unexpected, and highly appreciated summer season is that my garden is still … Continue reading
Living as one of the Remnant
The Old Testament tells about the Israelites being sent into exile. They’d turned their backs on God one too many times and He turned them over to their enemies for a time to get their attention. I think there’s a case to be made that America, which was founded on Christian principles and even in … Continue reading
The Joy of Surprise
We took a drive today. We crossed the Colorado River then drove up the shore a few miles on the California side. It was the second time we’d made the trip (the first was unsuccessful) to try to find the elusive (at least for us) wild burro. It was a terrific afternoon that gave us … Continue reading
Embracing Joy
I’m a mountain and prairie girl. I’m a Caribbean Sea girl. I’ve never been a desert girl, and I know very little about it, but here we are spending two months in the Arizona, sitting beside the Colorado River in the desert. It’s a whole new world to explore. In our little ‘back yard’ area … Continue reading
