One Good Boundary is a Great Place to Start

One Good Boundary is a Great Place to Start

February is a great month to talk about relationships. Married or single we have friends, in-laws, parents, children, and even the check out person at Walmart in our circle. And, our circle can send us over the edge on any given day. One of my favorite books on relationships is Boundaries, by Henry Cloud and John Townsend. Have you read it? If not, HERE is a link to pick it up (not an affiliate link….

Wishing You the Best!

Wishing You the Best!

And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid. And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. or unto you is born this day…

3 Things to Learn from An Unruly Garland

3 Things to Learn from An Unruly Garland

So, I’ve been working on Christmas decor this week and I have encountered the most obstinate piece of garland ever created. When I picked it out at Paul Michael’s store, it seemed so minimalist. It was not dense or heavy. I had dreams of it winding around thingies on the mantel. You know, kinda like sugar plums dancing in my head.  My head was dancing alright. When you must resort to using your head to hold…

Pondering the Birth of Jesus

Pondering the Birth of Jesus

Hey friends, welcome Ellen Chauvin to our porch. I wrote for her a few weeks ago, Learning to Listen. Hop over there to remind yourself of how Ellen and I met. Ellen has an amazing Christmas e-book that she is gifting to her subscribers and she wants to offer it to Y’all too.  Ellen is a joy to be with and a steady, calm voice to my heart when I need it. Enjoy the words she has…