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I'm challenged when it comes to science and math. In high school, I preferred history, music and English (and drama, of course!), and over the years, my love for the creative arts and humanities has not wavered. Admittedly, when I found myself at the Creation Ministries Conference at Muskoka Bible Centre, my enthusiasm was waning, even before things got started. However, much to my shame, I came away significantly impacted by the teaching of many educated, faithful Christian speakers, as well as ... Read More about It’s Not About Me: The Beautiful Truth of Psalm 139

I just returned home from a week's vacation in the Muskokas. It involved some peaceful days of reading, walking, and resting (and eating a bit too much!), all amid the beautiful landscape of rolling hills, quiet woodlands, and shimmering lakes. It also included some reflection and prayer before another busy ministry season begins. In many ways, September is a "second new year" because it offers a reset to our schedules and routines. As I spent time thinking about what I want my priorities to be ... Read More about Between the Lines: The Real Reason I Write

It's officially the beginning of summer. According to the calendar, the season arrived a couple of weeks ago, but it seems that summertime never really kicks in until school is out and vacations are in full swing. Even though summer feels different now that my daughters are grown, I still enjoy a break from my regular routine and a chance to spend a couple of weeks in the sun and sand! The ironic thing about summer is that, although we seem to slow down and have more time on our hands, we can ... Read More about Take Time This Summer

I had a particularly peaceful day on Saturday. I had nowhere to be, so I spent time puttering around the house (which happens to be one of my most favourite things to do on the weekend). I did laundry, washed windows, swept the porch, and tidied the garden. I also spent time reading In This House of Brede by Rumer Godden, my latest library find. The story follows the life of a middle-aged woman who leaves her successful career to join a Benedictine convent. The nuns enter the convent seeking ... Read More about Are You Suffering in Silence?

I still remember the first Father’s Day after I became a single mom. The church we were attending put together a touching slideshow of children with their dads. But as smiles spread across the room, my eyes flooded with tears. I was overwhelmed by a grief that felt almost unbearable. We were now a family of three, and every photo that appeared on the screen was a painful reminder of what we had lost. With each image, I was confronted by the fact that our lives had changed forever. For me, ... Read More about When Grace Rewrites the Story

f there is one habit I wish I had discovered as a young mother, it would be the value of a daily quiet time for my preschool children. Now that my grandchildren have outgrown their naps, my daughters intentionally build a midday pause into their days. During this time, the children spend time in their rooms engaged in quiet, independent activities. This simple practice offers benefits for everyone. It nurtures creativity, encourages independent play, and teaches children how to be content on ... Read More about Should I Have a Daily Quiet Time?