Live With Flair

We check for new nests. We check on the berry blossoms. We check the bird feeders. We check on the lavender seeds, the carrot seeds,

Lately, all of us around here have had various disappointments, illnesses, and rejections. Early in the week, I tell myself and the family: God is

Can you imagine if each family member asked the other family members a loving question? Here’s one I love: “How can I make your life

Now, we wait.  Since the Robin has stopped laying eggs at four, we don’t disturb the mother bird on her nest for the next two

My daughter turns 12 years old today! Her birthday dinner selection? The Pioneer Woman Lasagna, caesar salad, and cannoli for dessert. No birthday cake. Just

This morning I take a deeper look at Psalm 23 and everything God does.  His verbs?  He makes us lie down; He leads; He refreshes;

Today I recall Polly Wiessner’s research on the Ju/’hoansi Bushmen in Africa. I love how she discusses “Firelight Talk” and how the community would gather to share

Today I talk to the Italian Mama, and her wisdom reminds me to slow down, know my limits, and relax into life in my forties.

Since last Tuesday, I’ve learned more about my kidneys–and kidneys in general–than I ever dreamed I could or would. I had a kidney stone (and