Funny What A Few Flowers Will Do
by Cathy Baker Sunshine warms the body but encouragement warms the soul. E-N-C-O-U-R-A-G-E-M-E-N-T We were enjoying a meal, my friend and me. Well, maybe enjoying isn't the right word. She was struggling to come to grips with possible changes in her...
Rainy Days and Mondays (3 Summer Activities to Enjoy on Days Like These)
by Cathy Baker "Lost time is never found again." Benjamin Franklin R-E-D-E-E-M-I-N-G S-U-M-M-E-R I made a lot of mistakes as a mom of two little boys, especially before coming to know Christ. But one thing I longed for as a young mother was...
When a New Perspective Sneaks Up and Refreshes Your Soul
by Cathy Baker Is there anything more refreshing than a an ice cold slushy or a splash in the pool on a sweltering summer day? R-E-F-R-E-S-H-M-E-N-T Turns out, there is. If you've attended the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writer's Conference there's one particular...
How I Lost 14 Pounds in 8 Weeks with Weight Watchers
by Cathy Baker Three things you need to know about this post: 1. It's not exactly a snippet. 2. It is, however, something I sense God wants me to share. 3. His promptings trump my plans. H-E-A-L-T-H-Y Before I jump in, you need to know that in 2012 I was enrolled in...
When Inspiration Isn’t Enough
by Cathy Baker Welcome to our June series, Summer Snippets! Every Monday and Wednesday you'll find a pithy post, perfect for hot summer days when a sip refreshes more than a guzzle. I-N-S-P-I-R-A-T-I-O-N inspire [in-spahyuh r]: to fill with an animating,...
When It’s Proper to Nap on a Date
by Cathy Baker How do you spend Sunday afternoons? Some of my favorite childhood memories are grounded in those mid-day hours. My step-mom and I made lemon blueberry muffins (with tart icing always dyed blue!) We'd gather around the TV to watch the Cowboys...







