We Christians love the verse in Jeremiah 29:11 that says, “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. We print it in gold letters on birthday cards and graduation announcements. We throw it around [...]

When I was ten years old, my little brother was born on November 11th. (Happy Birthday, Kenny.) It was a pretty big deal, of course. But I didn’t understand the significance of the date. I suppose I’d heard of Armistice Day, as it was known back then. I think it was a “no school” day. [...]

My friend, Robyn, stumbled across this picture recently and brought it to me. I am thrilled, because I remember this moment. Well, probably not the exact moment. But I remember this season when our good friend thought he was going to lose his medical profession because arthritis was crippling his hands. I remember the young [...]

This great advice recently from Rachelle Gardner’s excellent blog: Focus on identifying your target audience. Who are you writing books for? Identify ONE PERSON in your life who represents your audience in terms of age, gender, lifestyle. Blog for her. Oh, I so do that. But, I’m not telling who you are. Instead, I will [...]

I watched a talk show the other evening because I was tired of politics on the news, but I didn’t want to eat supper alone. I hadn’t seen Oprah or Rosie for several years, so I thought I’d check out their shows. My viewing choice probably explains the two cookies and a cinnamon roll I [...]