When I was in high school, one of my favourite classes was art class. I loved every part of it. Well, almost every part. I liked pencil sketching best. I liked the precision and control of a freshly sharpened pencil. I liked the clean lines and the crisp, black and white images. I liked that the lack of color meant…
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The Beauty of a Rainy Day + a playlist to help you slow down
We woke up to rain today. Now, I don’t know about you, but I absolutely love rainy days. I love the hush that comes over the world outside, and my heart. It’s as if the sky is giving me permission to slow down, to rest. I love watching the rain from the window, washing , refreshing, renewing. Dry things drink…
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Where is God in the Pandemic?
Over the last few weeks, I have seen both the best and the worst oozing out of people. Some are taking social distancing seriously. Some are not. Some are taking great care to protect the vulnerable. Some are not. Some are actively looking for ways to help, to encourage, to care, to offer hope. Others sit comfortably in the safety…
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Her Hands
Her hands worked…for a livingfor a legacyfor the Lord Her hands washed…the laundrythe slate cleanmy mouth out with soap… (just the once… well maybe twice) Her hands pointed…to hopeto Jesusto my messy room Her hands welcome…changesurrenderyou Her hands offer…worshipforgivenessa cup of tea Her hands give…a thoughtful gift a warm embracea beautiful haircut Her hands hold…strength for todayhope for tomorrowher grandbabies…
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Handle With Care
Growing up, I frequently heard my mom say that what comes out of the toothpaste tube when it’s squeezed is more important than what squeezed it. Fast forward a few years to my early 30’s. Now a young mom myself of two small boys, I thought I had lived so much life, learned so much wisdom, gained so much capacity….
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