I had a lot of dreams when I was expecting my first child. There were many things I desired, for the baby, this new person. One of the things I longed after was a nursery that matched. There was a particular primary color bear and heart pattern that made me smile. But I did not have the finances to create my “dream” nursery. Our car seats came from garage sales, our crib was generously handed down, and much of what we needed to care for our precious daughter was given in love by our dear friends and family.

My children are grown now. My nest is empty. The car seats and cribs are gone. And as I reflect on my family, and the raising of them, I find my priorities are very, very different from the expectant mom who desired matching sheets and blankets. Read more »

I’ve been doing my imitation of the apostle Peter, and not his good side. When Jesus told Peter to come to him on the water, Peter did. But that’s not the Peter I’ve been imitating lately. I’d like to get to the part where I climb out of the boat toward Jesus, He’s certainly waiting for my response. Read more »

Ah Valentine’s Day, a day to celebrate love. A day when young people, ok girls, dream that red hearts and chocolate will lead to a white dress and cake. Read more »

Are you a baker?  I am not.  The few cookie cutters I own are used for decoration on my kitchen windowsill at Christmas.  We may have used them to make cookies.  Once. Read more »

Have you ever looked back to see how you got to where you are now?  Looking back over my life  I try to trace the path God lead me on as He drew me to Himself.

I have been driving for 32 years. I fancy myself a good driver because in 32 years I have never been pulled over by a police officer. Never pulled over, never ticketed.

I had a spotless driving record. And I was proud of that. Who wouldn’t be? Read more »

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Posted by Robin Schmidt on June 23rd, 2009