When It’s Time to Say Good-bye

When It’s Time to Say Good-bye

I kissed her cheek and squeezed her hand.  “I love you, Grandma.”  I smiled, turned away, and left the room.  I was sobbing before I’d reached the elevator.  I knew I’d never see her again.  This would be the last day I’d spend with her.  I knew she’d soon be going...
In the Company of Sisters

In the Company of Sisters

“Two are better than one, because they have a good reward for their labor. For if they fall, one will lift up his companion. But woe to him who is alone when he falls, for he has no one to help him up. Again, if two lie down together, they will keep warm; but how can...
Calling Lazarus – and Us

Calling Lazarus – and Us

His friend was dying.  Messengers had arrived from Bethany with the news, “Come quickly, Jesus.  Lazarus is sick.”   He waited.  Two days.  By the time Jesus returned to Bethany, Lazarus had been dead four days.    Do you ever wonder if the human part of...
Sweet Friendship

Sweet Friendship

“The heartfelt counsel of a friend is as sweet as perfume and incense.” Proverbs 27:9   It’s been a long month.  Correction – it’s been a long FEW months.  Life has certainly enjoyed tossing everything but the kitchen sink (the rest of the plumbing – yes. ...