A few summers ago, my husband and I took our four small children for a hike on Washington’s Mt. Rainier. It was fairly early in the season, so there were few hikers around. Most visitor centers were still closed and the snow crowded the higher roads. We decided to hike farther down the mountain where … Continue reading Courage, Dear Heart
Writing
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
This week I thought I would share what I'm listening to- not music, but podcasts. Whether I am going for a walk, running errands, or folding laundry, I still try to fill my days and hours with worthwhile words and thoughts. Every moment of the day is an opportunity to grow and expand the inner … Continue reading Friday Four
On Lent and Truth
A smear of ashes on a forehead. A reminder of our beginnings and our destiny, ashes to ashes, dust to dust. For many, Ash Wednesday is a distressing day, a day when many of us are reminded of sin and shame. The day can stir up all kinds of feelings. Perhaps we focus on the … Continue reading On Lent and Truth
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.
Merry Christmas
Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good night!I'm signing off for the season to spend an undistracted solid two weeks with my family. I pray you have a blessed Christmas with those you hold dear, and with the One who holds you so dear that he gave his son so he could hold … Continue reading Merry Christmas
What I’m Listening To
Yesterday I wrote a bit about light and how poetry is one way I'm filling my days with beauty and light. Reading- poetry, novels, articles- is a constant companion in my life, and it is most always accompanied by music. I don't know about you, but I'm not quite at the point in the season … Continue reading What I’m Listening To
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
Moira Ferrer 