The Butterfly and the Violin

Have I found the most amazing story for you to read–The Butterfly and the Violin. This author gives the reader a first-hand account of the horrors of the Holocaust, and yet is able to show how God can be found even in the most evil of places. This book is truly a magnificent piece of fiction. … Continue reading →

Release The Reins

In April, out family adopted a little black labrador puppy, Maverick. He loves to play ball, however there is just one problem he doesn’t want to release the ball from his mouth so that we can throw it for him to retrieve. He brings us the ball, his dark eyes shining, begging us to play, … Continue reading →

Rest Is Essential

The word “rest” brings to mind: peace, tranquility, calm, and refreshment. A time of slow, quiet, rejuvenation for one’s body, mind, and soul. Essential for the human body. “True silence is the rest of the mind; it is to the spirit what sleep is to the body: nourishment and refreshment. — William Penn God created … Continue reading →

Perfectionism

Is it possible to rest when perfectionism shadows one–day and night? Perfectionism is striving for perfection–flawlessness, no spot or wrinkle.   Perfectionism is an unattainable goal, and yet, a perfectionist believes anything less than perfection is wrong… worthless…without value. Perfectionist set impossible standards for themselves and those they interact with. Perfectionist are overly critical and … Continue reading →

A Mother’s Secret

I have another great Amish read for you. This is the second book in Hearts At The Lancaster Hotel series, however, it can stand alone beautifully–I didn’t even realize it was a sequel until I had finished reading it. This story explores how past mistakes (sins) can shadow you for a lifetime, and how other’s … Continue reading →

Exhale–breathe in Canada!

Last autumn, my oldest daughter (13) announced after she’ed finished reading the Canadian West series by Janette Okes that she wanted to go to Canada–she wanted to see the wilderness that the pen had described so beautifully. She began to dream about someday making a trip to Canada and seeing for herself all that was … Continue reading →