Acknowledging the dark; awaiting the exultant explosion “In him was life, and the life was the light of men. And the light shineth in darkness, and the darkness comprehendeth it not.”John 1:4-5 In Idaho, our days are shortening by the moment, shadows overtaking the landscape alarmingly early in the evening. The morning creeps in slowly, … Continue reading Awaiting Glory
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The Landing of the Pilgrims
While it is currently popular to use history as a means to create tension, divide society, and break down tradition, it is more productive to focus on the positive character traits of heroes, expound on uniting principles, and encourage piety and respect toward one’s heritage. Those tired of revisionist or bland history textbooks will find … Continue reading The Landing of the Pilgrims
Friday Four: Where I’m Reading
After giving up social media a few weeks ago, I realize how influenced I was by what I was virtually ingesting. To be blunt, while a whole lot of it was frivolous garbage, there were a number of voices I missed. My hope in removing myself from social media was not to live in a … Continue reading Friday Four: Where I’m Reading
Beauty in the Commonplace
I have been pondering lately why poetry matters. Photo by Thought Catalog on Pexels.com Poetry has always been a dragon to me: powerful, mythical, unknowable, beautiful, and intimidating. Most of the time, I don't understand what I'm reading, and it doesn't matter if it's new or old, it's just confusing. The words and patterns are … Continue reading Beauty in the Commonplace
Poetry Monday: Today There is Sunlight
The heart and mind are so fickle. Like clockwork, on the dawn of March 1st I awoke craving light, color, and warmth. I had dreamt of tulips and cherry blossoms that night. Like clockwork, this world delivered snow and cold, and dark, suffocating clouds. My spirits fell almost as soon as I peeked through the … Continue reading Poetry Monday: Today There is Sunlight
Friday Four: What My Kids Are Reading
I have had a few questions about what I have my four kids read, so I thought I would do a monthly update under "Friday Four." Their ages range from 5 to 10, two boys and two girls, and their interests in reading, and other personal interests, vary. I hope this feature will be helpful … Continue reading Friday Four: What My Kids Are Reading
On Being Made New (and Poetry Monday)
This business of becoming new. It is important if we are a people of His eternal purpose. Do not let the fears of change and work keep you from becoming new. If this drive for newness is from Him, then it is good and right.
Poetry Monday: Light and Love
I have been absent from the blog lately due to an ongoing kitchen renovation and the busyness of the season with four kids, but I wanted to pop on and share a poem I came across last week. Light has been on my mind frequently. The days are getting shorter and darker, clouds bring in … Continue reading Poetry Monday: Light and Love
Poetry Monday: Robert Frost
Robert Frost is an author that holds a special place in my heart. I remember diligently reading through his material for a high school poetry project, and those hours of work endeared him to me. There is a rustic, country charm to his work, and his simple words sing clear images of both the beauty … Continue reading Poetry Monday: Robert Frost
Poetry Monday: Veterans’ Day
Today, November 11, 2019, is Veterans’ Day in the United States and Armistice, or Remembrance Day, on the other side of the Atlantic. I wanted to share a famous poem on this Poetry Monday because it honors those who have passed and also those who bore the burden, and came home. Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae, … Continue reading Poetry Monday: Veterans’ Day
Moira Ferrer 