Acoustic Vacation

Sunrise on Oahu’s North Shore. The Incredible Sweetness of Being, Part Nine I unplugged for this vacation. My husband, Rich, and I flew to Hawaii to visit my daughter, Elaine, her husband, Rob, their boys, Cadence and Sawyer, and Little Miss Kidney Bean, due to be born in September. They’re stationed at Pearl Harbor, for now, […]


Guest Post: Sandra Heska King

Sandy’s Feet. My friend Sandra Heska King is a deep-see diver. I’m so happy to share her with you today. Please be sure to drop by her place for more of her amazing stuff.Of Feet and Faith The screeching startles me from a deep sleep. I smack my husband. “FIRE! The smoke alarm’s going off.” […]


Guest Post: Brandee Shafer

Brandee Shafer blogs at Smooth Stones. She is wife to Jim and mom to newly-minted black belt Cade, budding photographer Clementine, and toddler Charleigh. The whole family is eagerly awaiting a new addition in the fall. She reminds me of me, younger–only wiser. I know her words will bless you. How to Win an Argument (or […]


Guest post: Deidra Riggs

Today’s guest is Deidra Riggs of Jumping Tandem. She’s also managing editor at The High Calling. Her word for 2012 is “disco.” Enjoy!What Makes Community WorkWhen I sat on the wood floor in front of the fireplace and gazed around the circle of women gathered there, I knew I was surrounded by greatness. I knew […]


Guest Post: Nancy Owens Franson

Cadence and Ayden, Playing. May, 2009. My friend Nancy Franson writes funny, true, wise stories, then she wraps them all up in a big God package for you to carry through the day. What better way to start your week? Usually you’ll find her writing at Out of My Alleged Mind. I’m so happy to host […]