Life Stories
The Servant’s Heart: Gratitude in Action
I was going through some photos on my computer and came across a picture I took of Kyle Field from my hotel room across the street. I remember taking it in the weeks before teachers returned to school in 2020, during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. The image stirred a flood of memories. At…
A Little Bit of the Griswolds in Us All
Dreaming of the perfect escape often sets us up for disappointment. From vacations gone wrong to unattainable ideals, even the Griswold family can’t escape reality. The Apostle Paul reminds us to find contentment not in far-off dreams but in the simple, everyday blessings that make life rich.
The Spinach Can: A Journey to Understand My Father
Looking back, I now see that my father was like someone who had been burned in a horrific fire as a child, and he bore many awful scars from it. Those scars were visible in the cautious, frugal way he lived his life, they become apparent. He did not spend if he could avoid it; instead, he saved and saved.
The Thrills and Spills of Embarkation Day
Embarkation day in Galveston was anything but smooth—think chaotic traffic, near-misses with shuttle buses, long buffet lines, and a few frazzled nerves. Yet amid the heat and the madness, the excitement of setting sail kept our spirits high, knowing the adventure was just beginning and the journey ahead was worth the hassle.
Grocery Wars: The Carbs Strike Back
Stepping into the grocery store feels like entering hostile territory, where old carb-loaded friends glare at me like a traitor. The aisles seem to close in, and every corner presents another temptation. Navigating the judgment and unexpected chaos, I’m left wondering if I’ll ever escape with my dignity—and my shopping list—intact.
Soaked, Stranded, and Sailing Anyway!
Our vacation began with relentless rain, turning our drive to Galveston into a drenched struggle and testing our excitement at every turn. From soaked chaos to unexpected challenges, embarkation day was anything but smooth. I got drenched in the heavy rain and had little luck drying off—yet we pressed on, determined to begin our adventure