Come on in the house. I’m glad to see you. You’re such a blessing to me. I’m thankful you’re my friend. God bless you. You did such a good job! Good night, sweetie. Words matter. In fact, they can encourage, enlighten, and edify a person’s heart. Winsome words stir warm…
Month: July 2018
An Inviting Invitation
Anxious to join the festivities and meet Chelsea’s “Prince Charming,” my husband and I planned our 580 mile trip to witness the marriage of our oldest niece. The bride-to-be expressed appreciation that we’d accepted invitations to the rehearsal dinner and wedding. The morning of her big day, my niece texted…
Caring for Cancer Patients: A Sister’s Touch
Dedicated to a friend who excels at sisterly love and to everyone who provides care for cancer patients A sister’s voice is encouraging. gently asking questions wisely emailing advice faithfully calling and flying cross-country tenderly expressing love frequently assuring of prayer A sister’s cooking is healing. enticing menus designed healthy…
Hearts Filled with Friendship
The crowd hushed into silence as the lights dimmed. Gold and white balloons were tethered to festive tables and a sparkly “Happy 50th” crowned a floral arrangement. Hands covered mouths to keep whispers low. “Will they be surprised?” “Do you think they know?” “Are they here yet?” When the happy…
A Young Patriot’s Encouraging Words
Early one Fourth of July morning, my dad answered the phone to hear a cheery young caller shout, “Happy Fourth of July!” “Happy Fourth of July to you, but I think you have the wrong number, ” Daddy replied. “No, I don’t have the wrong number,” the youngster answered. She…