Category: Simply Soul Searching Blogs

Confessions of a Snow Snob

This is our first winter in West Virginia. A few weeks ago we had an inch or two of snow and our area schools dismissed students early. Classes were canceled the next day. Coming from Toledo where snow falls more often, I felt the… Continue Reading “Confessions of a Snow Snob”

The Work of a Healthy Cell

It was a stressful, frantic morning as I prepared to host a community-wide event at our church. Anxiety grew as my morning arrangements weren’t going as smoothly as I’d hoped. My ministry colleague and friend, Darrell, saw my visible stress and quietly asked, “Would… Continue Reading “The Work of a Healthy Cell”

Honk If You Love…

I took advantage of this beautiful afternoon to enjoy a long walk around our apartment complex. As I meandered around the buildings and hills, I could see four elementary school children gathered at one corner of the road. They were obviously having a great… Continue Reading “Honk If You Love…”

Rainy Day Reflections

Yesterday was a frustrating day. I’d planned to update my iPod but couldn’t get it to sync. I had plenty of time to write- but too many thoughts cluttered my mind. Words just would not flow into creative ideas. The rains poured down, so… Continue Reading “Rainy Day Reflections”

“Everything is Okay. 36 Cells to Go.”

One of the gifts of my time with cancer is that life has become more precious. As I relish these days of good health and being cancer-free, I am still quite aware that my health could change at any time. The truth is, no one… Continue Reading ““Everything is Okay. 36 Cells to Go.””

What is Your Word for 2017?

A few years ago, I was introduced to the idea of choosing a word for each new year. I’ve found that this practice serves as a very helpful guide all year long, sometimes prophetically so! There are several sites on the internet that offer… Continue Reading “What is Your Word for 2017?”

Tuesday- Fourth Week of Advent

3. Love Shared From God Light the candles. Read Psalm 143:8-10 The psalmist pleads, “Let the morning bring word of your unfailing love”- a good way for all of us to begin our day! In the hustle and bustle of this Advent season, we… Continue Reading “Tuesday- Fourth Week of Advent”

Making a Difference for Good

We have our bracelets! Most of you have seen this, but I just wanted to share the link again. This is from my son, who says it better than I can. The bracelets and website have been created by dear friends of ours. Thank… Continue Reading “Making a Difference for Good”

Tuesday- First Week of Advent

3. Venturing Into the Desert- Leaving Our Fears Behind Read Isaiah 43:18-19 We may be called to journey into the desert wilderness, but we will never go alone. We may face uncertainty, but we need not be afraid. God plans to do a new… Continue Reading “Tuesday- First Week of Advent”

Watching for Christ Advent Study

Beginning on the first Sunday of Advent, November 27th, you’re invited to watch for Christ in a creative way. I created this devotional/study, Preparing Our Hearts and Homes With the Hospitality of Mary for friends a few years ago. Our inspirational thoughts will center on… Continue Reading “Watching for Christ Advent Study”