Twenty years ago, I received my first cell phone as a birthday present. In all those years, I can count on one hand (okay – maybe two) the number of times I’ve accidentally left home […]
Author: Kathy Kurlin
IF ONLY … The Little Sin Slides
It started out really small – hardly noticeable actually; the hole along the seam of my king-size fitted sheet. It appeared the day I changed the linens at the beginning of the week. My domestic […]
Cling-Ons
Then Christ will make his home in your hearts as you trust in him. Your roots will grow down into God’s love and keep you strong. Ephesians 3:17 (NLT) Shortly after my husband and I […]
Mother May I
“I’ve learned that regardless of your relationship with your parents, you’ll miss them when they’re gone from your life.” ~Maya Angelou Yesterday marked the 14th anniversary of my mother’s passing. She died peacefully in her […]
No Pain … No Gain
For the last few weeks I’ve been undergoing a series of painful injections in my knees as part of a treatment plan for Osteoarthritis. Each week as the day of my appointment approaches, I feel […]
The Reluctant Gentleman
It seems like just yesterday, but in truth, it’s been 20 years. I was dropping my children off at elementary school when one of those teachable life moments presented itself. Pulling to the curb, I […]
I KNOW What Love Is …
He’ll be 91 on his next birthday. His eyesight is diminished, his hearing selective. He moves like the old man that he is, yet he’s still got that occasional spark and sporadic burst of energy […]
FEAR the FROG
The nations are in chaos, and their kingdoms crumble! God’s voice thunders, and the earth melts! The LORD of Heaven’s Armies is here among us; the God of Israel is our fortress. Psalm 46:6-7 (NLT) […]
“SPANX” You Very Much!
Sweatpants and socks, flannel and fleece. If fabric were edible, these would be the “comfort foods” of my wardrobe. It’s almost like wearing a warm hug whenever I don my winter apparel. If sweatpants and […]
Hatching Egg Prayers
Many, many years ago as a new mom with my first child, I attended a Bible study and was encouraged by the teacher to write out specific prayer requests for my child’s future and place […]