Today. Eldest son got his long-coveted tattoo. He’s in Portland now, safe and sound. Ready to start Year Two of Multnomah University and Season Two of college basketball. While these all spin away from my reach, I am grateful for the always visible hand of our Lord – and a solid knowledge that I have done my best so far. …
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It’s August. It must be spring. And why not! We’re heading into a week of vacation, coming out of a season of redefining “intentional” ( how intentional are we really?). Let’s celebrate renewal … and another opportunity to begin. Today. Tomorrow Eldest Son leaves for his road trip back to the U in Portland, and the excitement for the adventure,…
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How can this be? Flooded with a new blessing. Understanding grace as it overcomes me with a love and forgiveness undeserved. Gifts of love on this earth that shock me with joy. Each time I feel a new sense of my on weakness(es!), I am simultaneously washed with the blood – the unmistakable and unfathomable love of God. I see…
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Jack sits and draws diligently on a star-shaped sticky note to add to our collection on the window. He’s thankful for COOKIES. Can I have one more? He is softly singing, “Let the Glory of the Lord” as he writes down his thank-you thoughts. As we wait for the last batch of chocolate chip cookies to finish in the oven,…