Your heart is buried inside a babushka.

Babushkas (also known as Matryoshka) – some people find them intriguing; others find them terrifying. My son is in the latter group. “What are those?” and “Those are creepy!” are two phrases he has used when I added some to my kitchen décor                 I think he may […]

Recalibrate your priorities.

Hate is a strong word. And Jesus doesn’t hate, so let me rephrase. A more accurate statement might be that Jesus  is more important than housework. I’m referring to an account in scripture when Jesus is at the home of two sisters, Mary and Martha. When Jesus arrives, Mary drops everything and goes to sit […]

I need to take a break from writing “I need a break”

It’s Monday and I’ve been working and writing for about 4 hours on material for a women’s retreat where I’ll be speaking. Ironically, the theme is “I need a break!”. Even more ironically, as I take a break from writing……I’m still writing……this! But it gives me a chance to say Hi and post these cute pictures […]

Easy Easter Mantel.

When is Easter this year? Did I miss it? Did the polar vortex mess it up? I typically love putting out my Easter and spring stuff but this year it feels so odd. This L***O****N****G winter and bizarre polar vortex makes me feel like I’m not sure what season we’re in or what might be […]