to comfort all who mourn, and provide for those who grieve in Zion—to bestow on them a crown of beauty instead of ashes, the oil of joy instead of mourning, and a garment of praiseinstead of a spirit of despair – Isaiah 6:2, 3, NIV When I read this scripture verse, I think of this other verse, “And… Read More Beauty For Ashes
It was Saturday and Ede was at the Harvest Seventh-day Adventist church, hoping that she would get a chance to speak to Pastor Hank before she left. He was in the foyer, flanked by members of the congregation and visitors. She was happy to be there. It was on Wednesday night when she made up… Read More Ede Goes to Harvest
Father Desjardins was saying a prayer and as he kissed the rosary, he opened his eyes because he sensed that he wasn’t alone. Ede was standing there, watching him. He put the rosary in the pocket of his Cossack and then beckoned her to approach him. “I’m sorry, Father Desjardins,” she apologized. “I didn’t mean… Read More Why Good Friday?
“Happy?” Werner asked. Suzette beamed up at him. She looked radiant. “Incredibly.” “Me too. We have so much to be thankful for and to celebrate.” “Yes, our wedding which is amazing and our bundle of joy.” “I’m going to be a Daddy.” “Yes, you are. I know that you will be a terrific Dad.” “I… Read More LeAnne Loses Out
And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes; there shall be no more death, nor sorrow, nor crying. There shall be no more pain, for the former things have passed away – Revelation 21:4 She was in the shower when it happened. The pain was deep and the tears flowed like the water… Read More No More Sadness
MAMA: Motherhood Around the Globe, explores the realities and ideas of a new global generation of mothers through art, stories, and powerful new voices. The exhibition aims to turn inspiration into action helping fuel a worldwide movement of advocates for mothers’ human rights and advances in maternal health. Just recently I got an email from them… Read More Breakdown in the Closet
Notes to Women 