Archive for May, 2008

Girl with the White Hat

The painting of the girl putting her little toe in the ocean reminds me of God’s vast love for me—something that I have struggled to understand and believe for years.
Our Priceless Privilege
   Anonymous
God’s love is like a vast ocean of delight. How can I learn to swim in it? First of […]

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Like a Child

When I walked into John’s room, I found him still in his bunk bed, his face buried. After our alarm clocks went off, I had gone to check on our 11-year-old son to make sure he was getting ready for school. Frustrated, I chided John, “Hurry up, it’s time for breakfast.”
“Mom,” he […]

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Beyond Revenge

At bedtime, my 10-year-old Nate told me about a conflict at school which escalated when another boy called him a bad name.
As my son expressed his hurt, I recalled a phone call I had with another adult. During the call, the individual made an accusation about my character. I instantly responded in […]

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My Mother

by Nate Aldernman (age 9)
Most valuable
Outstanding mother
Thankful
Happy parent
Especially nice
Restful and kind

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