I’ve been thinking about the prayers we pray for our boys: for wholeness and wellness in every part of their being, for God’s goodness to flood their lives, that they’d know Him and become leaders who love well. When we whisper these yearnings, I envision joy for them, not difficulty or sorrow. I don’t ask … Continue reading Highly Favored
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Pay Attention
When I want to get my kids' attention, I have to interrupt their daily programming. This usually includes the removal of something beloved - a toy, favorite treat, fun activity, television show, etc. I don't take something they enjoy away just for kicks of course. I do it for their best interest - this is … Continue reading Pay Attention
Mama, You’re Free
Through the glass window beside our front door, I caught a glimpse of a spider hard at work beneath the glow of our porch light. She was hustling. It seemed she was just beginning the work on what would be a beautiful, strong web by morning. I paused to watch her strategy. At times it … Continue reading Mama, You’re Free
Changing of the Guard
Pregnancy paired with old home movies is pretty much guaranteed to evoke tears. My father-in-law transferred all my parents old home movies onto DVD this spring, so I recently watched them for the first time in years. I wanted to see myself at my son's current age - how we compare in both appearance and … Continue reading Changing of the Guard
Vanessa Stimmel 