When I Am Not Enough

When I Am Not Enough

Many years ago, our family of four signed up for a mission trip to Guatemala.  Truth be told, I didn’t really want to go, but the rest of my family did, and I decided if any tragedy was going to befall us, we were going to die as a pack.  Morbid, I know, and certainly...
Ride Your Own Bike

Ride Your Own Bike

Once upon a time, my little sister and I decided to trade bikes, just for fun.  Although our bikes were of similar size, mine was yellow with a banana seat, and hers was blue with a saddle seat.  I remember being a little envious of her bike, even though...
Minding Your Own Business

Minding Your Own Business

I sat around the table with a group of friends and felt sorry for myself. They all ate fabulous food like bagel & egg sandwiches and western omelets and deep-fried hash browns.  Real breakfast food.  Delicious breakfast food. Me?  I peeled two sad...
You Can Go First

You Can Go First

I was scrolling through my phone the other morning and came upon this gem.  It’s a letter from my one nephew to the other when they were approximately 7 and 5 years old.  Dear Josh,My time has been great with you.  Can you be more nicer please.That...
The Truth About January 1st

The Truth About January 1st

I think it’s time we face the facts about January 1st. Not just the one we will celebrate in a few days, but all the ones that came before it. Contrary to popular belief, it is not a magic date on the calendar.  Nothing earth-shattering happens when the clock...