Bumpy Roads

When my children were young, I often used the rearview mirror to keep an eye on them while driving.  When they grew quiet, I could check to see that they were fine but had simply drifted off to sleep.  When they became restless, the mirror made it possible for them to see my reflection.  Although … Continue reading Bumpy Roads →

Let Your Light Shine

 Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure.   It is our light, not our darkness, that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, handsome, talented and fabulous? Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child … Continue reading Let Your Light Shine →

Dandelion Attitudes

A carefully picked bouquet of dandelions was handed to me by one of my students.  To her dismay, an unappreciative boy pointed out that dandelions are actually nothing but a bitter weed.  The little girl was crushed.  The bouquet she worked so hard to create and was so proud to present to her teacher was … Continue reading Dandelion Attitudes →

Pruned by the Master Gardener

I am not a gardener.  Over the years, I have planted trees, bushes, mini gardens, and potted flowers, but rarely do I achieve good results.  I have come to the realization that I will never have a beautiful yard, because I simply do not have a green thumb.  Few of the things I plant survive, … Continue reading Pruned by the Master Gardener →

God’s Word & Cell Phones

Cell phones have become an integral part of our lives.  We use them not only for talking but also for texting, taking pictures, accessing the internet, and my favorite playing Words with Friends.  Cell phones are so much more versatile than our old land lines, yet there is a certain amount of upkeep that was not required of our home phones.  … Continue reading God’s Word & Cell Phones →