“Come see, come see!” Kailey runs into the kitchen, hand outstretched. “Come with me, Mommy! We made a castle for you! Come see!” I smile. These moments — times when my kids proudly offer up their creativity and love —…
by iampiper We left Ruth soaking in the favor of Boaz; not only does she find favor with Boaz, she also reaps her reward in seeking refuge in the Lord. Boaz encouraged her; when you seek refuge under the wings…
The beatitudes… As a kid I thought I was hearing “Be Attitudes,” as though they were the attitudes of the person we are supposed to be. Not right on, but a good start. Beatitudes are actually declarations of blessedness or…
by iampiper Ruth and Naomi return, greeted by the townswomen and settled in. Both women I am sure feel unsettled. Naomi has near to nothing and Ruth not much more than that; Ruth goes right to work to earn a…
Horses are such beautiful creatures. A few years a ago I owned a couple of horses and I would love to go out to the farm, lean up against the paddock gate and watch the herd. Something about them always…