Why Is Loneliness So Hard to Talk About? In writing about relationships for over a decade now I’ve noticed a few things that continually stand out: people wanting more friends in their life, people wanting to understand what makes that friend of theirs tick, and people trying not to look too desperate for friends.…
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Give it Away by Linda Samaritoni
GIVE IT AWAY I’ve been thinking about the biblical story of the rich young man who refused to give away his wealth for eternal life (Matthew 19). He seemed to be a nice guy, tried to follow the Law and be a good person. He might have been a little conceited since he started the…
Sabbath Sunday: When You Lose Your Way
Last month I shared that I had to take a detour and although inconvenient, without it I never would have found a beautiful lake at sunset. The detour is now done and a new bridge constructed. Guess what? Because I haven’t driven this route in months, I forgot my way. I had to really focus…
OAC: The 2015 John Avery Whittaker Award
Most people can think of one or two figures whose love and life example had a great impact on the formation of their spiritual foundation. It might be a coach, a Sunday school teacher or a parent or grandparent. Whatever the role, it’s hard to put a value on the investment these people make on…
Kick Off Fall with the Books for Life Book Club Featuring Entrusted
Leaves changing color. Pumpkin flavored everything. Book Clubs starting new reads. That’s a great sounding fall, isn’t it? I can help you connect with a great book club because one starts Thursday. The best news? You don’t need to leave home nor worry about others coming to you. Wear your sweats, visit when you can.…
Book Review: Gillian’s Heart by B.J. Bassett
Book Description: Gillian Grant, abandoned by her alcoholic parents, is raised by her grandmother in a beach house in California. As a tribute to Gram’s memory, Gillian restores the house and hires Dusty to help her. Dusty shares the apartment above the garage with Gillian’s childhood friend, Josh. Gillian and Dusty have nothing in common,…