Generational Sins

Generational Sins

Proud parents are continuously acknowledging–from the moment of birth–just how much their children look like either mom or dad.  They might see characteristics of grandma and grandpa too, such as the nose, eyes, forehead or mouth.  As the children grow and...
Is There a Prodigal in Your Life?

Is There a Prodigal in Your Life?

Years ago when my youngest (troubled) son was in a locked facility to get help (he was an unhealthy hazard to himself and others), I was sharing my heart with Amy Shreve the night after a concert here in I-Falls.  I was so grieved for this son who has had problems...

Five Minute Friday-Imagine

Okay, so this was my attempt at a fun blogging exercise called Five Minute Friday.  A group of bloggers on the link site below who invite whomever to partake in the FMF.  They give you a word prompt and you write for five minutes and then add the button and link to...
A Time of Sorrow…

A Time of Sorrow…

A few years back our community was  saddened  by the deaths of four people, all suddenly and all within a week. In a community of approximately 6,500, you realize that the loss of four people (who were a vital part of the community) is significant. This created heavy...
What Will You do for Mom?

What Will You do for Mom?

My little mother (she is only five feet tall to my five foot eight) reminds me frequently of how she picked my name. My given name is Kimberly. Apparently my father was not too convinced, but mom hung in there. Being a bit of a trend setter in her day, she always did...