Byways of Berlin

Byways of Berlin

With no evident signs of Nazism, we disembarked at our downtown bus stop as quickly as possible. Chaos engulfed us as we circled our bright red, purple, and giraffe print luggage. I wanted to hide as Berliners walked by, smirking. Overwhelm threatened to take over as...
Arriving in Berlin

Arriving in Berlin

Berlin. At last! Long layovers and twenty-four hours of travel left me hungry, dirty, and bone-tired. Raising my eyes to Heaven, I took a deep breath, exhaled slowly, and relaxed. Profoundly grateful there were no more airports in my foreseeable future. Because my...
The Heart of a Giant Slayer

The Heart of a Giant Slayer

As I prepared for 2022, my emotions were driving me in all kinds of directions. Tired, stressed, and afraid of what this new year might bring, I fought to regain peace and rest. I sensed I had a giant to slay. On December 30th, I took time to look back at the past...
Leaving a Legacy

Leaving a Legacy

I want to dedicate this blog to my friend, Debra Gomez. She left a huge legacy, which I am so grateful for. Her compassion and love of life leaves an indelible mark on family, friends, and all she came in contact with. Looking forward to seeing her again in the sweet...
No Shortcuts or Back Alleys

No Shortcuts or Back Alleys

Do you have trouble relating to a good God when there is so much confusion and sadness all around? Does life feel like a maze of indecision and anxiety as you seek answers and direction? Hang on, there’s hope, my friend. Witnessing atrocities daily through news and...