Are you looking for attention or seeking connection?he asks gentlyDang it, JesusAin’t that the truth Suddenly, I am humbled to see all the ways I looked for attentionin role-assumingcare-takingcreating conflict for any type of intimacy … Read More

“We’re waiting for the street sweeper to come,” she squeezed her almost hip-high grandson’s hand.“It’s very exciting,” she looked at him as though they were about to board Disneyland’s most awaited ride. All during my … Read More

Half her face sags, a baby on her hipAround a table of put-together moms She sips from her mug A man feels like a middle schoolerWhen he compares himself to others his ageAnd feels different, … Read More

I wish you could accept that you’re acceptedEven when the bossy voices recall hurtful messages from the pastThose words aren’t from the One Who Accepts You My Accepting Voice says,You have worth before you do … Read More

Oh quiet moment Let me honor you for the gift you areBookended with noise and distractionYou invite an exhaleA prayerAn intention for this new day Please follow and keep meDuring meetingsWorkReading and grocery-getting Tuck into … Read More

Inspired by Luke 14:25-32 ‘Tis a brave act, indeedTo step out of familiar boxes markedFamilyRolesStrivings “Honor your Father and Mother”Idolize them above all other The gentle Shepherd approaches with his armsoutstretched Come, dear oneCome and … Read More

Oh, sweet soulI see youWith such hope for your childWhile holding hands with sadness at sending them on their brave way You are teaching them to flyYet, let’s also honor the grief that accompanies goodbye … Read More

“Can I help you?” she asked. “Yes, ummmm…” (look around) “What are you looking for?” “I don’t really know.” This was my second time stepping foot in a running store, except this time I was … Read More

I hear you groan at the word mundaneMuch more fun to buy, escape, distractwhen the loneliness and longing for connectiontap you on the heart But, what if the very longings you haveforconnectionintimacysafetybeing knownare invisible giftsdiscovered … Read More

God, help me see You in meTune my ear to your Spirit’s voiceMy heart to the humanity of your son May I give blankets to those who are coldListening to those needing healing through being … Read More