Embrace the Children
In 1902, Theodore Roosevelt was on a hunting trip in Mississippi when he found an old black bear. While what happened with the bear is hotly contested, this incident birthed the most delightful toy of all time – the teddy bear. Teddy Bears make kids feel safe and peaceful. How many secrets have been whispered…
A Quiet Joy
About fifteen years ago my editor invited me to attend the CBA (Christian Book Association) conference. It’s the most exciting place a book lover can be. I walked among the publishing companies’ booths, with so many of my favorite authors signing books. One of the publishers stopped me and said, “You have so much joy…
You Can be a Philanthropist: Giving as Daily Ritual
The definition of a philanthropist is “a person who seeks to promote the welfare of others, especially by the generous donation of money to good causes.” Some of us may not have large chunks of money to use to bless others. However, we can still make philanthropy a daily ritual. Tiny gifts are like hugs…
Poking Holes in the Darkness
As the sun went down on 2019, the same darkness rose the next morning in 2020. Political unrest, financial crises, emotional breakdowns, job stress and family break ups still affect our lives. Just because we started a new year doesn’t mean we start over in life. We still grieve the loss of loved ones, we…