Snapshot Saturday
A little early, but I know you’ve been dying to get a peek at the Fried Butter! Just a couple snapshots from our trip to the State Fair of Texas this year. I’ll post a link to the entire album once I’ve actually edited the photos! Yes, we tried the Fried Butter. Yes, it was actually tasty. [...]

When it Comes to Writing . . .
I realize I’ve been neglecting my blog. Oh, I post here and there, but I haven’t been very consistent – despite my constant “recommittments” to do so. At first I thought the issue revolved around time. But let’s be honest. At the end of the day we make time for what is important to us. We [...]

Sunday Morning Leftovers
When someone invests in you, a deeply encouraging friendship begins. When someone pours into your child, a sweet and meaningful relationship transpires. When that someone is the same person in both instances, you are impacted in more ways that you can ever imagine. Such is the case with the – now former – children’s director at [...]

Another View of Grace
I received this beautiful in my inbox this morning from a dear friend who has traveled a long road to engagement. As I’ve been pondering grace this week with LL Barkat (too late for her giveaway, but you still want to read the amazing posts about Mary and Grace!), I thought Jen’s story was perfect. [...]

Amazing Grace
The crowd chants along with the family, “Move that bus! Move that bus!” The bus slowly pulls away, unveiling what has remained hidden. Screaming, tears, jumping, and hugging follow. The beautiful house that stands in place of the old represents not only a different place to live, but a new start. A fresh beginning. A [...]