I was lamenting to friends what a busy Saturday we had ahead of us. We were literally driving back and forth across the middle of North Carolina to four different events. A fun run for my husband and son. A birthday party. A housewarming gathering. A graduation celebration. My two friends exchanged a sideways glance, […]
My Mother’s Ring: Lessons on Beautiful Imperfection
Since my mother’s death seven years ago, I’ve worn her beautiful star opal ring nearly every day. I’ve only taken it off to clean it, when my hands were too swollen, or when surgery necessitated it. I get compliments on it often; even better that it’s my favorite color – blue. The ring was a […]
20 Years Ago – Discovering the Hope of Easter from a Wheelchair
As a little girl, I loved Easter Sunday! I distinctly remember my blue lace dress, white gloves, wide-brimmed hat, white tights, and patent leather shoes I wore when I was nine years old. I soaked in the celebratory music at church. I remember the hope and beauty of the day – sunrise services and big […]