And Now, a Word from our Sponsor

Cadence and Judi Ladies in Waiting Sunday morning at 2:20, the telephone roused Rich and me from sleep. It was daughter Elaine calling to tell us that for some hours, she’d been contracting at three-minute intervals: she and Rob were en route to the maternity ward. After two quick showers and some haphazard packing, we were in […]


Who’s Next?

Our Friend Nadya Likes Brownie Pudding So Different! Brownie Pudding is a Legendary Family Dessert® from my childhood. When I was a girl, it was one of my favorites. As an adult, I value its homey goodness and the memories it conjures. I also love that the ingredients are mixed right in the pan with […]


Because He Loved Us First

Jeff and Rebecca Elaine, Cadence, Rob Ryan Carly and Rachael Phil, Jordynne, Ayden Elizabeth and John Carly, Rachael, Kevin Vaite, Sylvain, Ayden Jeff, Jordynne, Rebecca, Jeffrey, Phil Mike Elaine and Rob Cadence and Rich Mom and Dad  Today it’s cold, wet and gloomy, and I’m sick. But I rejoice, because I have been blessed with […]


Bittersweet Peas

Peas! Memory Triggers Peas remind me of my bonus daughter, Rebecca. She lived with us for nearly a year; it’s been a few months now since she moved out, and I miss her. Her father and I had been married for two years when she moved in, and at that time she and I were still […]


Coming up for Air

California’s Mojave Desert Miners, Miracles, and Answered Prayers It seems the whole world held its breath as 33 miners, trapped for 69 days in a collapsed mine in Chile, were rescued in an inspiring display of ingenuity, bravery, and international cooperation. The New York Times compared the rescue to that of the Apollo 13 mission. I […]