“Would you believe? There’s 15% salt in these garbanzo beans,” said the man beside me. The grocery store aisle of canned beans offered confusing choices. Turning to him I replied, “Good you’re paying attention. I’m a nurse. Are you having health problems with your heart?” Paul went on to share he had some coronary artery […]
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“Grandma go faster. We’re going to be late,” said the little voice in the back seat. My reply, “We have slow traffic all around us. So, we’re going as fast as we can.” “No, you have to go faster!” The little voice responded emphatically. I sighed and instructed, “That would be foolish.” “What’s foolish mean?”
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Elsa woke from a restful sleep free of the fibromyalgia pain she experienced for years. She sensed waves of Jesus’ love washing over her as she reflected on the healing events of the past 24 hours. The invitation to attend a ladies retreat with mostly strangers was intimidating. But, healing prayer was listed on the
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Physical bumps and bruises are a part of life and usually heal quickly. Chronic pain can be caused by unresolved spiritual and mental bruises. As we experience life, relationships and the world around us, our mind collects memories, beliefs and emotions. These memories, beliefs and emotions promote either good or not so good physical health.
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It’s a cold, damp, gray, pull the blanket over my head Tennessee morning. My body’s tired from too many late holiday nights and travel. I recognize the negative thoughts circling my brain. I ask myself, “Why?” “Oh, I get it. My spirit’s kind of self-focused instead of tuning into Father’s effervescent love for me. Father,
A succesful rescue from a bad situation better involve strength, the right plan and equipment. Jesus rescued my sin tainted self with the right equipment, his sinless flesh. He resurrected from death through supernatural strength. Father God’s plan was all about love. The rescue meant his own Son Jesus suffered humble beginnings, persecution, and an
My parents would call me on my birthday. The well blended harmony of Dad’s tenor and Mom’s soprano voice communicated their love as they sang Happy Birthday to Bonnie. The call was expected. But the reality of it brought smiles and joy to both giver and receiver. The memory of these birthday calls still gives
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“We were married 44 wonderful years the day Ann took the car and died driving off the road into a deep ravine. Even though the Alzheimer’s caused her to forget my name, I didn’t mind taking care of her.” Tom recounted details surrounding his life with Ann, her decline into Alzheimer’s and traumatic death. He continued,
Now that I’m a card-carrying senior citizen, I find greater enjoyment in each sunrise and sunset. Despite occasional aches and pains, I welcome every life-giving heartbeat. Have you seen the Christmas season movie, “It’s a Wonderful Life?” George, the main character, gets into some financial trouble and determines through a life insurance policy, his life
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Uncle Duke was the crane operator who hoisted the white stallion atop the Denver Bronco stadium. This persevering and witty man loved to bowl, dance, sing and play guitar. In his later years, Duke shuttled his great grandchildren to school and activities. He thought he was really something when the You Tube video of him
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I struggled to make sense of the man’s words. “I’m conservative and I support conservative policies. But I still love the liberals, so I’m helping them campaign.” The retired gentleman shared these words with a kind grin and twinkling eyes. He went on to explain, “They’re intrigued with my willingness to serve with them and
I heard a thud and then saw the small blue finch lying on the concrete just outside the sliding glass door. Hitting the glass, the bird must have been terribly stunned and then fell 5 feet to the ground. Opening the door, I saw one wing flutter and then the other. Next, the bird turned
