Nesting for the King
Oh, how vividly I remember “nesting” like those mama birds, tirelessly fluffing and preparing for their baby birds to hatch! It’s in our mama DNA, isn’t it? We wash, fold, organize, and somehow manage to cram the equivalent of a department store into one tiny nursery. Those moments of preparation were filled with anticipation, excitement,…
Stop, Look, Listen and Be Blessed
Tomorrow is the second Sunday of Advent, when the second candle — the Faith candle — is lit on the Advent wreath. We have purposed to slow down and breathe in THE REASON for this miracle season. We are looking for the sights, sounds and gentle nudges of Father God. Then I’m sure He wants…
A Return Trip Like No Other
I’ve mastered making return trips – which isn’t a compliment to myself! Case in point – going to the grocery store and picking up all the items on my list — only to get home and realize one item was missing and I had to make the return trip. In Luke 2:41-51 we read about…
The Not-So-Perfect Christmas
It’s time for those picture-perfect Christmas photos of families in matching pajamas, along with the picture-perfect photos of our impressive Christmas décor. Suddenly the comparison doors swing wide open as we try to one-up our friends and neighbors so that we win the “Christmas Decorating” award. Leaving those comparisons behind has been a relief for…
The Government is on HIS Shoulders
My husband was reading his cousin’s Christmas newsletter to me. It included the scripture: “And the government shall be upon His shoulder, and His name shall be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” (Isaiah 9:6) That scripture struck a cord with me. We have had enough drama in our government to…
Pardons and the Ultimate Price Paid
Yesterday’s headlines buzzed with the news of Hunter Biden’s presidential pardon by his father, President Joe Biden. It’s a story that stirs emotions, no matter where one stands politically A father’s love is on full display — a willingness to stand by a child despite their mistakes, missteps, and sins. And honestly, were I in…
In the Waiting Room
Waiting rooms test our patience, don’t they? Whether it’s anxiously waiting for the doctor to call your name, a baby to make its grand entrance, or a red light to turn green, waiting always feels like a stretch of eternity. But here’s the thing — while we’re waiting, something is happening. Surgeries heal what’s broken.…
A Good Friday at Epiphany Ranch
Though today is considered “Black Friday” for shopping and getting Christmas festivities started, it’s still Thanksgiving for us. Yesterday, we had an Austin Thanksgiving with friends and family at my Wuerch Family’s home. Lots of good food, laughter, and frolicking with my children’s new Havanese puppy, Briggs, Brennan & Kylie’s new puppy, Oliver, along with…
I am so Thankful
Happy Thanksgiving, dear friends and loved ones! Today we amp up our hearts of gratitude for the many blessings in our lives. So, let me start with: “I am so thankful for you!” God bless you and yours on this Thanksgiving Day! I’m starting this day with gratitude! I woke up this morning! Let’s begin…
Thanksgiving Starts with THANK YOU!
Tomorrow is Thanksgiving, but why wait to start giving thanks? Happy Thanksgiving to all my wonderful social media friends and family! THANK YOU for shining brightly with God’s love and encouraging me along the way. You are such a blessing to me! As a kid, did your mom or dad ever nudge you with a…