Jun 29, 2023 | Danielle's Posts, Relationships, The Heart of a Helper
A small hand grasped the edge of my sleeping bag and pulled it away from my ear. Cold lips brushed my cheek as my three-year-old son whispered, “Mom, can we snuggle?” I opened the top of my mummy bag, inviting him in. Wrapping him in my arms, I inhaled the scent of... 
May 2, 2023 | Danielle's Posts, Relationships
A handful of candy bars imploded my 7th-grade summer vacation. On the first day of freedom, my best friend and I stood in the aisle of our 7-11 store, holding the money for our first Slurpee of the season. As we waited in the back of a long line, she studied the rows... 
Nov 1, 2022 | Spiritual Growth
As I sat on my grandmother’s back porch sipping sun tea, my two-year-old daughter, Jordan, toddled close to me, whispering, “tiny hole.” As I tried to decipher her message, I studied her eyes and noticed a look of urgency. I mentally traced her steps. Everything... 
Jul 10, 2022 | Danielle's Posts, Relationships
Love Like a Land-Rover The vintage model Land-Rover stood ready for the bride and groom to exit the Crathie Kirk to begin their new life. Although strong and sturdy, the muted, elegant decorations added a touch of femininity and celebration to its frame. As I walked... 
Jul 10, 2022 | Relationships
Our guests describe watching TV in the UK as quirky, unique, and perhaps a little bland. Antique enthusiasts, gardeners, and aspiring chefs delight in the constant, varied content on these subjects. To some, watching furniture restoration may seem like watching paint...