Love… One Sip At A Time // A Valentine Tea Party
I started hosting tea parties in an older home propped as pretty as you please on the corner of a quiet street. A family of four in a two-bedroom, one-bath home made for a tight fit, and tea parties felt downright snug, but no one would change a thing. Some teas were scripture-based, and others celebrated holidays, but every time, the room filled with the scent of scones, floral tea, and...
Merry Christmas!
Thanks to my talented hubby, a special card is ours to share. (Click image to...
My Friday Fave
The room begins pitch black.Out of the darkness, this song, Immanuel, begins to play.The Christ candle shares its flame with hand-held candles throughout the room. As the song progresses, the room transforms from dark to light. Fears melt, hope flickers, and heart-bent knees bow.Without fail, Michael Card's music has been a part of every Christmas celebration I've planned over the years.God...
Kitchen-Driven Tradition
These three little guys nailed it in their most recent commercial: It always seems that the best holiday tradition begins in the kitchen. So, what’s your favorite kitchen-driven tradition? I had a tough time coming up with a favorite as both grandmothers were amazing cooks. I wish I’d spent more time (okay, time) watching them whip up their goodies, but alas, I was too distracted by...
You’re Never a Distraction
Peering from my window I see: High shadows from children’s swings being swung in the City Park. Teenagers playing hoops.A man sitting on a bench alone, head hung lownever raising his head to acknowledge those passing by.Is his heart as barren as the trees surrounding him?People drive past -- most at the speed of light, others singing merrily as they cruise by.Where are they going?A few spot...
No Hoops Required
“She’s so cute...and she hasn't even done anything yet,” a friend said after seeing Piper’s most recent picture.My response? “She doesn’t have to.” As the words fell from my lips, the Lord whispered neither do you. Piper doesn’t have to speak, smile, or giggle to win more of my affection. She has my heart clinched tightly in her tiny fist—no matter what. There’s nothing she could do to make...
When Practical is Powerful
I'm a bonafide multi-tasker.Who else could belt out Joy to the World while nearly mowing down a couple exiting the local Bi-lo?The expression on their faces coincided with a gentle shoulder tap from the One who didn't become flesh to hear me sing about Him—but rather for Him—by remaining in tune with the Spirit.Since that fateful night in the Bi-lo parking lot, I've been reminded just how...
Cathy Baker
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