Monthly Archives: January 2009

Out of the Misty Lowland

“Oh God, I have tasted Thy goodness, and it has both satisfied me and made me thirsty for more. I am painfully conscious of my need for further grace. I am ashamed of my lack of desire. O God, for … Continue reading

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Similar but not the same

Observations from a mom: Caleb and Madison both have friends over this afternoon. As I drove all four kids home, all were animated and excited. All four are quite excited about the M&M cookies I have in the oven right now. … Continue reading

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On saying goodbye

It started with some quiet pondering – I had been wondering what she was thinking. Next thing I knew, she was crying. My tender-hearted Madison was stumbling through the emotions of one of the most painful realities on this earth: … Continue reading

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Lessons from the Bathroom Floor

I found this little guy on the floor of my bathroom this morning. Maddie must have left him there on her way to brush her teeth this morning. At first, I bent down to pick him up along with a … Continue reading

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