It is still dark. The rhythm of the day beginning. The sound of the washer and dryer. The beat of the pressing. Dishes, book work, school. Chores. Cold. The milk pump has been running for hours. Soon to have completed it's cycle. The feeding begun. Calves fed. My farmer begins the last full week of radiation. The routine to change; again. This is a change we will embrace. One we will anticipate. But yet, there is still the waiting. The waiting for the toxic cocktails and radiation to complete their work. Long after the ... View Post
Be Still My Soul, As the Waves of Grief Come
Psalm 63:1 O God, you are my God; I earnestly search for you.My soul thirsts for you; my whole body longs for youin this parched and weary land where there is no water.I have seen you in your sanctuary and gazed upon your power and glory.Your unfailing love is better than life itself; how I praise you!I will praise you as long as I live, lifting up my hands to you in prayer.You satisfy me more than the richest feast. I will praise you ... View Post
What Does Peace Look Like Today?
John 14:27 Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. Peace. Isn't that what we all want? Trouble in Syria, Government shut downs, irate workers wielding guns. A world gone mad. Where is there Peace? One party against another. . .each one placing blame. Where does one turn? My son is home with the LORD. His body returned to the ground; never to touch or hear his voice again this side of eternity. We wait for a call for ... View Post