As I’ve been mulling over the idea of how big God is and the miracle it is that He became flesh, I’ve also been thinking about how often God does things in ways that are both unexpected and incomprehensible. I’m wondering how often I don’t see God’s hand because what’s happening doesn’t make sense to me. I’m… [ read more ]

Don’t look now…but my halo is crooked. I blame it on the hot glue. I had no idea how dangerous it could be to use a hot glue gun—until I totally lost my religion making Jesse Tree ornaments. All I wanted to do was create a visual—a way to teach my children the true meaning of Christmas.… [ read more ]

Books: I’ve been reading all sorts of stuff. While on the cruise, I read Opening Moves by Steven James (excellent, as always), Trinity by Ronie Kendig (loved it), and The Mark of Athena by Rick Riordan (YA, fantasy, fun). Writing: I’ve enjoyed getting back into the writing groove. My main characters in my WIP (work in progress) won’t shut up. And they are getting quite cozy. Love it when that happens!… [ read more ]

It’s the first Thursday of December, so I’m over at The Write Conversation today. Stop by for some tips to help you keep writing, even during this crazy time of year!

I’m a wife, mother, and writer. I’m a daughter, sister, and friend. I’m a reader, knitter, and scrapbooker. I’m a cook, maid, and seamstress. I’m an engineer, manager, and bookkeeper. With all that stuff going on, you’d think I’d be fulfilled. Nope. Not even close. More often than not, I feel anxious. Desperate. Inadequate.  … [ read more ]