Author Archives: wordvessel

We are living in an era of duality.  Such a description brings to my mind the well-known statement, “It was the best of times and the worst of times,” only I cannot declare this as the best of times.   When … Continue reading →

I wanted to address this open letter to my fellow Christians, but I almost cringe to use the title ‘Christian’ because it now seems like a synonym for hypocrite.  I would hate to count the number of eye-rolls that accompany … Continue reading →

This time last year I was anxiously counting down the days until the due date of my first child.  It was a miserable time for me because I was afflicted by nearly every symptom described in the What to Expect … Continue reading →

[Warning: graphic descriptions and images included] William Wilberforce (1759-1833) was an Englishman who dedicated his life to the abolition of slavery – first in his homeland and eventually throughout the world.  Wilberforce recognized the humanity of the Africans and was … Continue reading →

There is a myriad of significant current events happening at such a rapid pace, and I am doing my best to process all of it.  I am trying to find that balance of being aware of current national and international events while … Continue reading →

(Warning: This article contains graphic detail) Imagine this news headline: Over 1.5 million Christians slaughtered by jihadists. Eye witness reports from survivors detail gruesome torture of men, women, and children, but Western lawmakers refuse to declare this a genocide. What would be … Continue reading →

I am coming to terms with the fact that new seasons call for an adjustment in expectations.  I realize now that much of the frustration I battle on a daily basis comes from striving to maintain expectations that I set for … Continue reading →

I saw this yesterday: Healthcare for 97 cents.  This is a painfully accurate illustration of our society’s character.  Our quick-fix trends are lacking priorities of substance.  What matters most these days is instant gratification and momentary comfort.  Eating right, exercising … Continue reading →

The outdoors created my favorite setting for a morning meander today.  My entire being sought to absorb the freshly scrubbed atmosphere from yesterday’s wind and rain. The trees dressed in multi-colored leaves that had deliciously littered the ground with their … Continue reading →