Seven Truths About Fatherhood

Seven Truths About Fatherhood

When I was a little girl, one of my younger brothers and my favorite thing to do with our Dad was to go with him and watch as he removed beaver dams in streams and creeks on our family’s ranch. Joel and I would try to “help” by grabbing what branches and debris we...
Why Truth Matters to Me

Why Truth Matters to Me

Like many of you, I struggle with difficult, concerning, or painful thoughts. Several years ago I was going through an especially hard and painful season; my mother had died suddenly in a horse accident on our family ranch, our daughter was leaving for college & I...
Between These Two Sundays

Between These Two Sundays

A lot can happen in a week. There’s been such a struggle within me during this most sacred time of the year. I yearn to spend time in reflection and meditation on what God has accomplished through the harsh beauty of the cross. And yet, I find myself beyond...
The Truth About Loving Well

The Truth About Loving Well

It’s that time of year when love is the focus. Of course, I always wait too long to get holiday goodies for my family, so while I ended up having to put Valentine’s candy in my kid’s stockings, I’m sure I will wind up having to give them Cadbury Easter Eggs for...
January Ranch Table Books

January Ranch Table Books

I’m going to try really hard to be consistent in sharing what books I am reading each month! Here are the books on my ranch table for January: Third Watch by Bodie Thoene The 12 books of Bodie Thoene’s A.D. Chronicle series are some of my favorite books by one...