Category Archives: Writing Life

Why I stopped writing

I withdrew from writing because it had become an idol. And I mean it when I say, “become”. Early on in my writing career, I had accepted an invitation to use my writing for good. And I am certain that by the grace of God, my published stories contained goodness…

Reprieve

My daughter and I were arguing before I snapped this photo. It was a signal to surrender (my words, not my parenting decision). My husband often tells me I say too much in conflict with my teen. Once is enough, and I don’t need to explain myself. But I can’t resist the need to makeContinue reading “Reprieve”

Journey Toward Nativity: Mary’s Obedience

For a long time, I would brush past the mother of God in my readings, thinking, “God could have chosen anyone”.
Of course. He’s God.
But would anyone respond the way Mary had?