Butter Cookies–Navy Star Style
The Fourth of July is long past and I’m way behind on my writing. With Jordan’s departure for Boot Camp rapidly approaching, I have been spending a lot…
Author: Janis Van Keuren
“Setting Sail” with His Kindness
Nervous, as I always am before an event that I am hosting, I checked off my last minute list of goodies to be packed in the car for the…
He Has a Plan
Only 22 days left. The countdown makes my heart race. The urgency builds to a crescendo tapping out every sacred moment. The notes beat a rhythm in my mind,…
Are You Brokenhearted? Crushed by Fear?
He is my Rock in turbulent waters “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” Psalm 34:18 NIV A few months…
Heart to Heart
Bridal Veil Falls “Deep calls to deep in the roar of your waterfalls;” Psalm 42:7a NIV At the foot of the waterfalls, the grandeur and power of God…
Peaceful Dwelling Places
“My people will live in peaceful dwelling places, in secure homes, in undisturbed places of rest.: Isaiah 32:18 NIV By God’s special blessing, we were tucked under his…
That Feeling of Being Special as Relaxing Summer Breezes Blow
I could feel the release of tension like steam escaping from a pressure cooker. It was easier to let the other car go first or be patient with the…
Mother’s Day Gifts and More
Jordan, the Youngest (L), me and Tim, the Oldest (R) At moments I wondered how the day would turn out. The morning began quietly, leaving me a little on…
A Mother’s Day Tribute to Aunt Mary
A Rose from Aunt Mary’s garden that graced the podium in Church Last weekend, those privileged to be part of Aunt Mary’s heritage packed the center aisle of…
His Handiwork Speaks Volumes
Flower of a prickly pear plant “Shout for joy to the Lord all the earth, burst into jubilant song with music;” Psalm 98:4 NIV As I look…
