Archive for January 2018
Operation Renovation: Lesson One
Our old home began its makeover in April of last year. It wasn’t hard to figure out what needed to be done first—the kitchen floor. It was a white linoleum that had undergone the wear and tear of four children, four teenagers and dozens of friends, thousands of meals made, hundreds of goodies baked, and…
Read MoreThe Realization…
“This home is not a safe place for me.” The words cut like a knife. They dove down into the deepest place of my motivation and pride, and locked in fear and pain. Not a safe place? Our home, the place where I strove to create home and memories and talks and beauty…
Read MoreA Time for Family
There are seasons in life where all else is put aside to concentrate on one thing. That one thing takes much time, most thoughts, focused efforts, and everything else becomes secondary. Like fighting a serious illness. A baby born. The aftermath and trial of a critical incident. Your wedding. Death of a loved one. A…
Read More