On February 18th, 2018, my whole world changed. My hero dad closed his eyes to this world and opened them to heaven. C.S. Lewis wrote, “I didn’t know grief would feel so much like fear.” I had no idea grief felt so much like fatigue either. I didn’t know it would make me feel hollow. …
During my freshman year of college, I remember calling my mom to share two big pieces of news with her. “Mom,” I said, “I went out with this guy named Curtis—and he has an earring!” I heard a gulp and then a faint sigh. I could tell that Mom was just as excited as I …
“What do you guys think of Jennifer Rothschild?” That was the opening question of a post that I should not have read! A friend told me she had spotted my name, so I decided to check it out. But, when I read the rest of it, I felt like a balloon when the air is …
“It’s hard to make flamingos happy.” That’s what my son, Clayton, said to his friend, Brandon, a few years ago. “How do you know about the emotional state of flamingos?” I asked as I placed a cheese pizza on the table. Brandon began to explain that with his computer game, Zoo Tycoon, he could create …
Have you ever had an idea or a plan or even your perspective bump into someone else’s idea, plan, or perspective? I sure have! And, when that happens, crash! Suddenly, we find ourselves in conflict. Oh, friend, conflict happens. The result is often hurt feelings, resentment, or stress. It’s just something we all face as …
I don’t know how it is with you when you read Scripture, but my mind often wanders. You know, one second, I am reading about Moses on Mount Sinai and the very next second, I am wondering where my black yoga pants are and why my mail is now being delivered at 3:00 p.m. instead …
A few years ago, I was a speaker on the Women of Faith tour. Each event was held in an arena and the stage was always in the round. When it was the other speakers’ turn to share, they would skillfully navigate the stage, walking around the entire perimeter so they could engage the audience. …
Did you know that I once brought my own forks to China? It’s true! A few years ago, my husband, Phil, was invited to teach at Liaoning Normal University in Dalian, China. While I was so excited about this amazing, once-in-a-lifetime trip, I also realized I had a problem. I cannot eat with chopsticks, and …
During my senior year in college, I sat in a conference room with five psychology professors. I was there to receive a special thank you for providing music at a conference the department had just hosted. As I held a half-dozen roses, I remember wanting to shrink into my seat while the professors complimented my …
I once made the world’s worst casserole. Oh, I am not exaggerating! The recipe called for milk, but I ran out and used buttermilk instead. Bad idea. But, my sweet family tried to be so mannerly and gracious as they swallowed each sour, sticky bite! After all, it was Christmas Eve and they were on …
