Two years ago I went back to college. I was over 40 with two kids in high school. My oldest was flabbergasted: “You’re old! Why would you spend money and time on school NOW?” I looked at her in horror, but then remembered saying something similar to my parents back in the day. [Speaking of […]
encouragement
Encouragement for the road ahead
Today, I’m continuing to write about the gift of encouragement. I often say we were more afraid of raising money then of moving to a developing country. I’m completely serious. The thought of going from church to church, friend to friend, and asking for money left me feeling desperate and afraid. What if they got […]
Prayer for a friend
Have you ever watched a friend or loved one walk a path fraught with pain, only to feel completely helpless? Or have you tried—again and again—to help someone make better choices, only to have that person throw it all back in your face? Been there. Doing that. So I pray (to cover the worry). I […]