I have a blog post from about 2 years ago with my elderberry syrup recipe, and this hasn’t changed much. The latest batch is cooling down. And the biggest mess…
Author: Barb
Great New Devotional Book
Let’s be real…this year has been DIFFICULT! My friend Sara Borgstede, who runs Faithful Finish Lines with Becky Brown, has written a wonderful devotion book to support you. Best of…
The Blessing of Fritos
I can see the blank look on your face…”Umm, Barb, I think you may have jumped off the pier.” Bear with me 😉 I am a firm believer in the…
When Reality Hits You Between The Eyes
I’m having the ultimate “bad mom” day here. I’ve been out of sorts for a few days; so has the hubby. If I may confess, I haven’t been very nice….
The Best Laid Plans…
I had some pretty lofty plans for the summer. Including building up this site more, adding fresh posts, etc. Well. Thursday evening my youngest son, just graduated high school, had…
Caring For Yourself in Crisis
God knows how this feels. He gave Jesus, and He knows the pain of loss and separation. Jesus understands the pain; He wept over Lazarus. He knows how empty our hearts feel when there is loss.
Counting it all Joy During Sorrow
I began a study of the book of James this week, using the guide from Well Watered Woman. My Community Bible Study class ended, and I wanted something to keep…
Dirt Therapy
Plants need tending. They need attention, water, fresh air, nourishment and care. So does your soul, dear grieving friends. Don’t try to go it alone. Don’t cut off from the Source of Life. Stay rooted in Him, soak yourself in the water of His Living Word.
Prayer During the Hard Times
If you are grieving right now, especially in these “socially distant” times, prayer can be difficult. Grieving, by its very nature, is isolating. Don’t allow this time of isolation drive…