He bursts by my open window. Flying and darting back and forth like some cocky bi-plane pilot.  I'm struck by his size . . almost as big as a small bird.  Dragonfly.  He circles around and I lean out the window trying to keep track of his course. Then I...

A few months ago, I silenced my cynical self, took a risk and applied to be a part of a group of dreamers with author Holley Gerth. For six months we have cheered, prayed and encouraged one another along as we dared to dream  Even as I write this, there's still a...

(a repost from two years ago) Dear Josh, Today is Memorial Day. I remember this time seven years ago. It was the Friday before Memorial Day, and I picked you up from school and took you and your sister and brothers to Arlington Cemetery. We walked around and amidst...

There are times when my heart is overwhelmed with how good my life is. This morning is one of those times. Sitting on a quiet porch, enjoying peaceful solitude. A calm and quiet hour in the middle of a whirlwind of celebrations. Within the short space of six...

Mother's Day. It will be an emotional day no doubt. For some full of joy. Maybe their first with arms full of babe and hearts overwhelmed by wonder. Sadness will mark the day for others. Disappointment. Barren wombs. Tiny coffins. Estranged...