“What is the scent of water?” “Renewal. The goodness of God coming down like dew.” ― Elizabeth Goudge, The Scent of Water An excerpt from my journal, dated September 16, 2013: Soon, I head out on a much-needed vacation that was masterminded by none other than my mother. She and I, along with my two sistersContinue reading “A Mother’s Reflection on Rest and Rejuvenation”
Category Archives: Blessings
Inner-peace and perspective
If we have no peace, it is because we have forgotten that we belong to each other. ~Mother Teresa Today is a new day and for this, I am glad. Yesterday was equal parts tragedy and healing. The only way I came through it was by the prayers and heartfelt sentiments from my husband andContinue reading “Inner-peace and perspective”
Five
Happy is the son whose faith in his mother remains unchallenged. ~ Louisa May Alcott Little boy, you remind me how so much depends on days made of now.” ~ From “Little Boy” by Alison McGhee The Boy—my baby, my Monkey, my only living boy– is turning five soon. This child, this heart of mineContinue reading “Five”
The beauty within
If you tell God “no” because He won’t explain the reason He wants you to do something, you are actually hindering His blessing. But when you say “yes” to Him, all of heaven opens to pour out His goodness and reward your obedience. What matters more than material blessings are the things He is teachingContinue reading “The beauty within”
Taking a Sad Song, Making it Better 