Pursuing Faithfulness in the Little Things
One of my worst habits is dwelling in worry. The unknown sinks its claws in, and instead of wrestling free, I sometimes allow it to cripple me. It’s a terrible habit. Full disclosure–the times I’m crushed by worry are usually the times I’ve been scattered and distracted, not spending enough time with God. I’m fighting…
It’s been quite a crazy year so far. The abrupt end of school in March felt like falling into quicksand. I was nearly swallowed by COVID-19-induced emotions and the disruption to not only our jobs as teachers but the education of our own children.
My last day at work as a teacher was March 13th. My last day of the 2020 academic year will be June 17th. Three whole months of a totally different lifestyle. Working, schooling, and churching at home is the new way. We’ve taken to only going out every few weeks for groceries–now extreme homebodies by…
I’m amazed today. It just so happens today is the four-year anniversary of my launching this blog. It also just so happens that after a few things I had to sort out, I launched my author website today. When I tied up the loose ends and came home to publicly post online about my author…
At this point, we’re entering the third week of “lockdown” here in NJ. Schools are closed indefinitely. The governor ordered travel restrictions and a curfew on March 21st. Life is scaled back and limited to our home and walks in the nearby neighborhoods. People are scared, tense, and concerned about what lies ahead. I am…