It’s been a bit since I’ve shared any recipes, but this one was worthy… Why pretzels? And for Lent?? Pretzels actually have a long history … Read More ›
Tag: jesus
I’ve been thinking often of Lent—not as a task to complete, but as a place to encounter Jesus. As I’ve prayed about how to walk … Read More ›
When I married a baseball player, I never imagined our regular conversations would one day include such adult terms in the familiar: interest rates, equity, … Read More ›
I’ll never forget one night in the emergency department. My feet were aching, three straight 12-hour shifts almost complete, and it had to be past … Read More ›
In his autobiography, C.S. Lewis once pointed out that modern life is full of what he called “chronological snobbery.” In a nutshell, he was commenting … Read More ›
As America celebrated fathers last weekend, there’s some irony in considering a painting of the most notable mother in human history, Mother Mary. But first, … Read More ›
“Whatever is behind this door,” she seemed to brace herself as she inserted the key into the lock, “Don’t let anything surprise you.” Those were … Read More ›
I expected exactly the opposite. I had thought living on a farm would make me despise the coming of cold weather, but while the world … Read More ›
Whether it’s with the early birds, worms, and coffee, or in the evening with Wade and lightening bugs, in a front porch rocking chair is … Read More ›
As I’ve walked around the ballpark this season, I’ve felt an odd sense of camaraderie that knows no team colors. There’s a sense of solidarity … Read More ›