Speaker

Speaker

I love encouraging people, and a microphone is my favorite accessory. You might find me wearing one at church meetings, women’s retreats, youth gatherings, writer’s workshops, or in a classroom of future physicians. I’d love to share a few words with...

Changing the Paint

Have you ever painted a room and then had buyer’s remorse over the color? (I remember a patriotic phase back in the late sixties when my brother’s bedroom was bright red. I inherited the room two years later and tried for pristine white. It stayed mostly...

It Is Who You Know

Until a few weeks ago, I had no idea I’d bought into the Women’s Lib movement of the 1980’s. Before you get all hot and bothered, let me say I totally believe in liberation for all people (not just women), and I especially believe women should earn...

Gathering In

I love fall so much that I prefer to call it Autumn with a capital “A.” The word sounds richer, and I believe it deserves the personification of a proper noun. You may disagree, but just consider these attributes: Bulky sweaters. Gorgeous leaves. Bonfires....