Wants and Needs
“My goodness, Mom! How many kinds of ketchup do people need? And all of the barbecue sauce choices! Who needs all of this?” Our daughter...
Ownership
“Where’s my purse? I thought I put it in the back seat when I strapped the kids in, but it’s not here!” Our family had been taking a...
Rooted and Grounded
“Those rose trees aren’t looking very good. I wonder what’s happening to them?” The lovely roses that had greeted us in our new home were...
A Sucker for Christ!
“Who put sugar in my salt shaker? Was it you, Christine?” Every morning and evening my father brushed his teeth with salt. The sugar...
The Image of God
“You have to wait. In just one minute I’ll show you the picture.” My dad had brought home his new purchase, a Polaroid camera, his latest...
Familiar Joy!
“I’ll just take my suitcase upstairs and find something to change into from these clothes I’ve been wearing all day long on the plane....
Power Struggles
“Charles! Take that attitude and mouth with you when you leave. The office is expecting you. NOW!” Charles was a fifteen-year-old student...
Valuing the Least
“What’s the movie we’re watching, Mrs. V?” I hesitated giving the title, especially with my teacher friend’s comment ringing in my ears:...
