This world is not my home. Some days (maybe a lot of days) I have to recite that as a mantra. Life is complicated. I've lost so much in the last few years (yes, my son, but many other losses as well) and goodness I do wonder how much more my heart can take. My sweet hubby and I are aging about 10 ... Read More about I’ll Fly Away
See You Later
Last night, I had the sweet privilege of saying “see you later” to a precious friend. It is a bittersweet moment to know you won’t see someone you love again, this side of heaven. You realize very quickly that you are on holy ground. The veil is thin, and she will leave those who love her ... Read More about See You Later
A Visit To The Cemetery
The hubs and I recently visited Historic Oakland Cemetary in Atlanta. It was quite fascinating. We needed more time and a cooler day, but we thoroughly enjoyed our time there. It's the oldest cemetery in Atlanta (the city was once called “Marthasville”), I like Atlanta better - I ... Read More about A Visit To The Cemetery
Together Forever
Two teenagers stand before the pastor, family, and God - promising forever. It seems unlikely that forever will be attainable. Not to us, but to everyone else. In hindsight, I can see why they would have thought that way. But, God! He is good, and we are His - so there it is. 39 years, six ... Read More about Together Forever
Remembered Well
When we die, most of us will want to be remembered well. We hope the positive memories will far outweigh the negative. Our deepest desire will be that we made the world a better place just by being in it. As a Christian, I would hope others got at least a glimpse of Jesus as they ... Read More about Remembered Well