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As a classic introvert I never wanted to speak up front as a child or a teen. As a mom I am rather fascinated by my girls willingness to speak in front of pe...

A project to build, a piece of furniture to refinish, a broken cabinet to fix...what tools do I need to accomplish the task? The tasks range from simple to c...

It is nearly the New Year. My heart and body have felt the fullness of the last month: the longing of Advent, the chaos of culture, the joy of celebrating Je...

Afraid, uncertain, hurt and angry? What does one think - let alone do? Joseph faced an unanticipated crisis. Mary, his betrothed, was pregnant, and he was no...

I few years ago I tackled a new project. I wanted to create a drawing in leather. Leather craft involves cutting a design into leather, tooling, and staining...

Life is good and beautiful—it is also complex and hard. God's grace and love is present daily, and I am deeply grateful. I experience my longing for God, dee...

I bought a plant. Now that might be a predictable purchase for some, like my mom. Plants thrive under her care. But no one in my household would buy me a liv...

Early this summer we embarked on a renovation of our garage to create a designated space for me to offer spiritual direction in our home. The room was comple...