The Beauty Still to Come

The book of Revelation gives us a glimpse into God’s plans for his people. John’s vision has symbols and metaphors, but all point to God’s finished work. I am in my second year of study in Revelation. In the book of Hebrews, the author writes about the role of priests. On earth they offer gifts… Continue reading The Beauty Still to Come

Children, Families and Israel

Over the past week I encountered Israel in a documentary movie and a book. Our small group went to see Route 60: The Biblical Highway. Although my husband and I have been to Israel and visited places from the southern tip of Israel to the northern edge, we saw some new sites in the movie.… Continue reading Children, Families and Israel

Elderberries for a Healthy Fall

The elderberry bushes in my yard have been harvested. I have canned elderberry juice for the winter, and I have berries in the freezer. Elderberry bushes have a long history of use. The flower heads in early summer are beautiful. The flowers can be used to make a cordial that has nutritional value. Click here… Continue reading Elderberries for a Healthy Fall

A March for Children

The Bible has been my guide throughout life. The Psalms provide comfort during times of grief. The Proverbs offer instruction. The gospels, written by Matthew, Mark Luke and John show the life and way of Jesus. All the books in the Bible teach about God’s desire for us. I am thankful that my parents led… Continue reading A March for Children

What We Didn’t Know

Mothers want to do what is right for their children. Sometimes the right thing is not clear. Sometimes important information is not available.  As a mom and a nurse with a B.S.N., I did not question the childhood vaccine schedule until I worked with a group of doctors who raised questions about vaccines. I began… Continue reading What We Didn’t Know

Two Women

The Bible records episodes in the lives of families. It is amazing the genealogy that is maintained in detail. The lives of two women mentioned in Matthew 1:5 intersect in a fascinating way. Rahab and Ruth left their country and culture because the were attentive to God’s work in the world. They were drawn to… Continue reading Two Women

Family Time by Lake Superior

Last week we were in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan with our married children and the grandchildren. It was a delight to watch the grandkids enjoy being out in nature, spending precious time with their cousins.  I watched the older cousins flock around the youngest. We enjoyed picnics along the coast of Lake Superior. The… Continue reading Family Time by Lake Superior

Decisions Parents Make

There have been many changes in our culture since my children were little. As the calendar is about to flip to August, school is just around the corner for the grandchildren. My adult children face more difficult decisions than I did. One daughter will have three children in the public schools in the fall. Two… Continue reading Decisions Parents Make