Inspirational stories.
Last year was a whirlwind of ups and downs in our family. My husband had two unexpected surgeries that rocked his world. As I sift through last year's events, I’m struck by how God has heard every prayer. He has consoled me and walked alongside me even on the darkest days. I often wonder about …
I grew up in a single parent household, we didn’t have much money and my expectation of getting nice Christmas presents was low. My father neglected my brother and me, rarely giving us anything. Living in sunny southern California, we never lived in a house with a fireplace so there was no way Santa was …
In the dead of the night, the unnatural sound of heavy breathing sliced through the silence, wrenching us from our peaceful slumber. I leaped out of bed, my heart racing with worry as I rushed to my dog's side. Searching his mouth, there was no foreign object causing this distress. The relentless panting persisted. As …
I was seeking something unusual, even beautiful as I spotted the busy garage sale. I looked down on the mired mess of threads chaotically woven with what seemed no direction or purpose. I picked up the piece and ran my fingers carefully across the threads, some felt stretched, and others were softly guided through the …
If I could go back in time, here are 20 things I wish I could tell my younger self. Watch What You Eat. You are trim and slim now, but within a few years the candy bars are going to pack on. You are going to be zapped of energy and will spend money shopping …
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The fragrance of a freshly cut Christmas tree wafts through the air of home; it’s a smell I wait for all year. The grandchildren help me decorate the tree, this year adorned with vivid red and white lights, creating a wonderful aura throughout the room. The fireplace mantle is carefully garnished with cherished keepsakes. Stockings …