A Servant’s Heart
I missed catching the oldest son in the act of wrapping up the food The sound of aluminum foil being tugged is heard upstairs as he pulls the…
Author: Janis Van Keuren
The Desert Rejoices
Crown of the Barrel Cactus~flower and fruit~bloom in the summer Summer in the Desert where pavement sizzles, rivulets of water trickle down the back, the thick air squeezes breath…
Have You Placed Today’s Order?
Papers multiplied on the kitchen table. Bills, ads, magazines, coupons, articles from the newspaper, a birthday card, that sweet note from a friend, teetered in stacks, and somewhere…
It’s the Little Things
In the wee hours of this morning, I recall the blessed weekend spent with family. It’s the first Sunday in a couple of months that we have been…
Summer Delightful Taco Salad
Are you looking for a quick meal that will please the whole family and keep it light for summer? Here’s a salad with some meat in it to…
Tell Yourself the Truth
Negative thoughts assailed my mind from every angle. At first I did not realize I was under attack because the thoughts made sense. As I pressed my hand on…
Trusting In the Lord
Trusting in the Lord, placing your confidence in Him, obeying His Word, believing that He is faithful to fulfill His promises, knowing He loves You, telling Him the secrets…
We’ve Been Invaded
Early in our marriage, I had learned the value of not turning out the lights until Hubby and I had taken steps to settle our disagreements. Not every detail…
In the Quiet of the Storm
Thunder rumbled all afternoon as the monsoon unleashed its spellbinding, restful power upon my weary body. Wind chimes rang one loud clang then flailed with the gusts of wind…
Chicken Caesar Salad
This light, delicious dinner is perfect for a summer meal. When the temperature skyrockets, and you are too tired to cook, this meal is on the menu. 4…
