by Robin | Jan 9, 2011 | (in)courage, Faith
It occurred to me recently why on the surface so many reject Christianity: It doesn’t make a bit of sense. Why would anyone want to follow a King who was born in a barn and said crazy things? “Blessed are the poor, the hungry, and those who are hated, ostracized...
by Robin | Dec 20, 2010 | (in)courage, Christmas, Faith, Family, Kids, Mom stuff, Parenting
You can't fool them, you know. Two pudgy hands cup left cheek and right, turn your face to demand your eyes laser lock onto hers, and she whisper-stomps "Mama, you're not listening…!" Technically, you're right...
by Robin | Dec 11, 2010 | Around/About {weekly link-love}, Blogging
A collection of links I love, sites I like, interesting reads or cool happenings nearby. One of the best personal gift ideas I've stumbled across, re-gifting with a very personal touch. It makes me wish I was on Patsy Clairmont's gift list! The Crisis:...
by Robin | Dec 6, 2010 | (in)courage, Compassion Bloggers, Friends, friendship
I have returned from the top of a mountain. Over the weekend I traveled 2 1/2 hours to Birmingham for two family reunions where no one shares my blood but 13,800 share my soul. We feasted and feasted but mostly we feasted. Miracles happened. Five us were crammed in...
by Robin | Nov 8, 2010 | Family, Kids, Life Philosophy, Mom stuff, Parenting, Personal
Leaves fall like rain and my lips draw a crescent moon's curl to think on this, a first grader's question: "Is Fall called Fall because that's when leaves fall?" I think it's a good question because...