Sparkles of Hope

The snow falls, a shower of glitter against golden sunrays that have pushed through dark clouds. My children and I stare out the window, breathless with wonder. "It's like a snow globe!" one of them exclaims.  For a moment, I can almost imagine that my world is small and sparkly and encased in glass. A … Continue reading Sparkles of Hope

Restore Unto Me: When Grace and Brokenness Meet

Fat drops of rain splash on the weathered wood of the deck outside the back window. They mingle with melting snow, washing away the thick layer of winter grime. It’s the January thaw—a brief intermission before the cold and snow return in earnest. Even inside where warm lamplight pushes the mid-morning dreariness away, the damp … Continue reading Restore Unto Me: When Grace and Brokenness Meet