by Robin | Dec 3, 2011 | Christmas, Faith, Family
He slipped in sideways between the closing elevator doors, as if he were late to a meeting; he pressed the "5" without looking. But it was evening, and baggy pants and faded navy hung on his tall, slim frame…and his stealth entry stiffened the...
by Robin | Nov 1, 2011 | (in)courage, Faith
What do you do when doubt threatens to extinguish your faith? When you’re tethered to God by gossamer thread, invisible strands of grace that you can neither see nor feel? When life’s circumstance is earthquake beneath your feet? job loss has forced you to...
by Robin | Oct 3, 2011 | (in)courage, Encouragement, Faith, Inspiring, Life Philosophy, Personal
After I got (<– the nicest way I can characterize it), how could I possibly have the audacity to channel The Help's Aibileen Clark for a post; and not just any post, one for ?! Well…because I believe she had something wise, important and...
by Robin | Sep 25, 2011 | (in)courage, Encouragement, Faith, Friends, friendship
Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of his faithful servants. ~ Psalm 116:15 NIV After sharing with you, it seemed right to let you know I received word early this morning she died peacefully last night, her mother and brother by her...
by Robin | Sep 19, 2011 | (in)courage, Compassion Bloggers, Compassion International, Faith, Inspiring
This post will be most complete if you add your own favorites ~ Inspiring quotes or favorite scriptures that esteem joy. Please share your voice in comments. I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth. ~ 3 John 1:4 Hope...
by Robin | Sep 15, 2011 | (in)courage, Faith, Friends, friendship, Personal
. Knowing this keeps her present in my mind and prayerful in my heart. For as long as I can remember, my husband and I have played this little game; well, less a game and more a practice: Whenever anything happened to someone we know–and by...