Best Friend Ever
Oh, the importance of friendship! Some time ago, I realized that even surrounded by people, I can feel completely alone. I’ve been on both sides — feeling alone AND when my bestie is near, I am at peace. Mother Teresa once said, “The most terrible poverty is loneliness, and the feeling of being unloved.” I…
A Noble Man Worth Celebrating
Yesterday we kicked off a weekend of celebration for my dear husband, Carl Noble — the man who, by name and by nature, lives nobly every day. His daughters went all out with a beautiful birthday party for this gentle giant, and over fifty-five friends and family came to honor him. And yes, I’ll admit…
Two Gifts, One Glorious Day
September 16th is no ordinary day on the calendar — it’s a double delight, a reason for cake, candles, and gratitude to God. On this day, He wrapped up two extraordinary gifts for our family: Shawntel and Alexia. My two girls. I like to imagine heaven’s angels announcing their arrivals with flair: “Ta-da! Presenting Shawntel…
Romans 8:28 – The Good News of Bad News
We are known as an optimistic family. We reinforced optimism in our children with “You are champions. You can do anything if you set your heart and mind to it. “I can’t” not accepted in this house! With God all things are possible.” We purposely spoke: “God is good — all the time” regardless of…