A few weeks ago we discovered a missing Christmas gift. My dad had mailed it weeks before, but in the hustle and bustle, the small package was lost under the couch. My son found it. After I explained that Papa had sent it for him, he was thrilled. The excitement was short lived and replaced … Continue reading Past the Plastic
Joy: Gift of laughter
Ann Voscamp says, laughter is God's gift to the weary woman. It is oxygenated Grace. I love that for three reasons. 1. I am often weary. 2. I need grace. 3. I need oxygen to survive. In my quest for joy, I've learned how simply this gift is wrapped and how easy it can be … Continue reading Joy: Gift of laughter
Joy, the original juicy fruit
One of my favorite memories of my visit to South Africa was planting a garden. It was my job to prepare the ground for planting. (I am no master gardener. On fact, i have a brown thumb, both literally and figuratively--but I loved every moment of it!) My back and shoulders ached as I raked … Continue reading Joy, the original juicy fruit
Lonette Baity-Ware 