Taking the Pulse
“It’s going to be okay. You’re going to be all right.” Through the slits in my eyelids I could vaguely see a small crowd of people...
Self Care Is Not Being Selfish
“I don’t care how loud she cries. Do not let her in! Here’s the key in case there’s a true emergency.” Those were my directions to my...
Regrets and Promises
“I’m sorry but the damage is too much. I’ll have to replace many of the boards in the front. But the termites are too many. We’ll have to...
Keeping the Beat with Jesus!
“There it goes again!” I lay on my back ready for a good night’s sleep, and my heart began to race… not just a few seconds but for almost...
Worth Saving?
“So where is the end piece to the valance?” During construction the workers had taken down the blinds for our sliding door and put...
Spare Me!
“He says we need to stop at a tire store because the spare he put on is the wrong size.” Our daughter and a fellow from her village had...
Give the Lord a Call!
“I don’t think we should move her. Let’s call the doctor and see if he’ll come to the house.” My parents were obviously very worried...
Full Attention Please!
“Would you like me to take that back to the kitchen and have them remove the head?” I warily looked down at the fish that was eying me....
Holding Together
I’d been numb all day. Since six o’clock that morning I’d had to hold in my emotions. The parents had searched my face, wondering if I...
