Antique Partners
By Pam Hanson2 min read
Would my mother and I have written books together without our trial partnership in the antiques trade?
Mother
Whether you call her Mom, Mama, Ma, or your own pet name, your mother is a precious woman because she gave you the ultimate gift–your life.
Reach Out to the Family of a Deployed Soldier
By Edie Melson3 min read
The community supporting military families needs to make sure those left at home have the help they need. Here are some specific ideas.
Just Perfect!
By Peggy Frezon4 min read
She was determined to give her daughter the wedding of her dreams, but could she pull it off?
Singing a Different Tune
By Carissa Tarasovich2 min read
She was having trouble keeping a positive mindset–until she heard a trio of warbling birds.
The Hope in Spring Rain
By Shawnelle Eliasen2 min read
“Guys,” I say. “It’s the scent of spring.” The scent of promise.
Love, Mom
By Marci Seither5 min read
Letters were her only way of keeping in touch. Why couldn’t she figure out what to say?
Seder on the Mount
By Cheryl Bart8 min read
Their quest to climb the Seven Summits was complete except for Everest, the deadliest.
Field Notes on an Empty Nest
By Cindy La Ferle3 min read
In this excerpt from Mother’s Day Ideals, a mother reflects on the moment her son spread his wings and went off to college.
Silently Spoken Love
By Shawnelle Eliasen2 min read
I sit and think about treasured moments, the times Mamo whispered encouragement. She was like that–gentle love flowed into the relationships she had.
3 Things Not to Say to a Family Facing Deployment
By Edie Melson2 min read
Military families are a forgiving group. But to help you avoid some possible pitfalls, here are a few things to avoid.
Chasing Joy
By Amanda Bastoni7 min read
A broken marriage, 81 hours of support-group meetings and a 2,000-mile motor-home trip across the country with her son.
Angelic Treasure in the Henhouse
By Douglas Scott Clark7 min read
Among the brown eggs was one as white can be–with a secret message meant just for him.
