My husband and I recently sorted through memorabilia from the past, including letters that we wrote to each other while dating. Would you believe that one year he was away at college, we wrote to each other every day? Re-reading those letters together has brought many a smile–and tear–to our hearts. Texts, e-mail messages, and social media posts have replaced much of the art of letter writing. And that’s sad to me. Because those represent time and sacrifice from the giver unlike any other gift. Loving words from the heart bleed gold, no matter how or when expressed. What about …
How Do You Worship God?
Many believe worshipping God is a weekly encounter with our Creator, usually within the structure of a church or synagogue. But is there more?
Lessons Learned from Past Years and A New Year’s Prayer for You
Before you read my New Year’s Prayer, I want to share a few thoughts from my heart with you. I guess you could title this, “Rebecca Unplugged,” because it’s one of my longest posts.
The Day My Life Changed and How Your Life Can Change Too
I was only eight. Old enough to realize I didn’t know everything–nothing, really. But I knew enough to say yes to someone who would change my life forever.
10 Simple Lessons from 9/11 We Can Still Learn Today
Lessons from 9/11 still remind us that we will never be the same since that fateful day almost twenty-five years ago. But as we reflect on the anniversary of 9/11, if you look for them, here are ten simple, positive lessons we can still learn from this tragedy: