Update on puppy: He slept in his crate last night. Lauren took the midnight shift potty-break. I took the 5am. The cat is still spooked, but no longer looks like she is going to eat him. Drew is still breathing. But the pup has no name; nothing has fit yet. I’m still a little shocked at this scenario. And thankful. Maybe I …
Trials
We have a new family member–well, a potential family member who we are keeping during a trial period. Trial to see how the cat fares. Trial to see if Drew’s allergies can handle it. Trial to see if my 21 year old daughter can manage being a dog owner. And it’s ironic that now that I’ve chosen to make a schedule, I’ve said yes …
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In Need of Grace
I find it ironic that in the hopes of organizing my life, my new schedule I created is exhausting. Maybe I just need to work up to it. Maybe I’m just out of the habit of “working”. Maybe I’m just crazy! I have achieved more. My house is definitely cleaner, and I’ve put time into otherwise often neglected and forgotten duties. …
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Eternal Value
Some days this is all I want to do and be…. But as tempting as my cat’s life looks (sleeping all day, being fed every time she asks, and going outside occasionally) she does not know what I know… Jesus loves us. I tell her, but I’m not sure she gets it. She was made for another purpose. But we …
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Tangible Healing
Definition for today: Eleeṓ : Greek word often translated as have mercy on. Eleeṓ: the concrete expression of pity and compassion for the destitute or those in misery which undertakes to mollify or remove their suffering (Key-Word Study Bible NIV, p. 1721). [Keep this definition in mind as you read this familiar story- Luke 18:35-43.] My paraphrase: He sat right outside …
