Bollards

A row of bollards loomed in front of me. My heartbeat accelerated. My cadence slowed. The bike path was challenging enough without the prospect of navigating between a row of narrowly placed poles. These fixed posts, designed to keep vehicles from crossing, threatened to disrupt my peaceful ride with my husband. I tentatively approached the … Continue reading Bollards

Labor and Strive

As I come off of a busy season and anticipate another one, my heart cries What do I do? Why do I do what I do? Why do I labor and strive? 

Disappointment in Leaders

After reading Mark 15:25-32, I noted that as Jesus hung on the cross, he was mocked and insulted by just about everyone. First it was those who passed by, then the chief priests and teachers of the law, and finally, those crucified with him also heaped insults on him. I got to pondering why so many would attack him.

2013 Resolution

On this the 10th day of the new year, 2013, I am getting to my resolution—start a blog.  I have resisted a blog. Not out of false humility (if anything, pride is my nemesis) but rather as a reaction against social media that assumes everyone wants to hear what I have to say. Fear has … Continue reading 2013 Resolution