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Enjoy the Ride

Initially we felt like we had misplaced our good sense when we decided to embark on a grand adventure of a lifetime – to London — navigating and walking more than we thought possible. Then taking trains, Ubers, taxis, the Tube, double-decker buses, endless walking, and fifteen glorious days aboard the Nieuw Statendam ship. There were moments when our hearts nearly beat out of our…

The Cashless Conundrum

Before we left for London and our grand adventure through the United Kingdom, we spent time deciding the important things to see and do. Of course the museums to visit and what landmarks to see — but even more so — we were trying to figure out how to pay for everything! Cash or credit card? As it turns out, in the United Kingdom, credit cards reign supreme. Tapping a card or phone is often…

At Last -- the Prodigals Came Home

Hallelujah! After nine long days, our missing luggage finally arrived home. We checked websites, made phone calls, saved claim numbers, and searched for answers. Every day I told myself to trust God. Every day I reminded others to trust God. Every day I quoted Scripture. AND every day I worried. There. I said it. Let me be honest. I have NOT mastered faith. I am not a spiritual giant. I…

Love That Will Last

Last Saturday, we made the trek to Tulsa for the wedding of my precious niece, Madison aka Maddie, and her handsome groom, Brady. Madison poured her heart into every detail of the wedding. Each table setting was adorned with a beautiful bow. The meal was elegant and thoughtfully prepared. Most touching of all, she hand-wrote personal notes of gratitude and love to each one of the 144 guests. It…

His Promise Changed History

Today is Pentecost Sunday — we celebrate the day God kept His promise and changed history forever. Let’s imagine what it must have been like. The disciples had watched Jesus die. They had witnessed His resurrection. They had heard His final instructions. And then He told them to wait. Wait for what? “You will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you…” (Acts 1:8) So they waited in…

Living the Love Life

Our hearts are full of anticipation this morning as we head to Tulsa to celebrate Maddie (my precious niece) and Brady as they marry and begin their new life together. There is something wonderfully hopeful about a wedding. In a world that often seems divided and hurried, a wedding reminds us that love still believes, still commits, still endures, and still dreams. For the last couple of years,…

Holy Activity

Some days just feel like a merry-go-round. We make the bed, work out, answer a text, get the mail, buy groceries, and before the milk is half gone, we’re back at the store again — wondering if we should just rent a parking space there. Meanwhile, with vigor and vitality — someone else appears to be climbing to the top of the mountain, writing books, and changing the world before breakfast. And…

God’s Lost-and-Found Department

Apparently, our luggage isn’t the only thing taking the scenic route. This week, while our suitcases continue their extended stay somewhere in London, I headed to Round Rock, TX for a doctor appointment. There I was delighted to see a dear friend working at the check-in desk. Her workspace — and her coworker’s — quietly proclaimed their love for Jesus. Bible verses, encouraging notes, and…

Tough Times Don’t Last

Just when we thought our travel adventures were over, we experienced another plot twist. Our suitcases are still somewhere between London and Austin. We are trusting that one day soon they will roll through our front door like prodigal luggage returning home. On Sunday, our Lamplighters class — more than 100 seasoned saints strong — prayed for us — asking God to speed those wandering suitcases…

Need a Lift

One of the delightful discoveries we made in the United Kingdom was that elevators are called lifts. Need to go up to your hotel room? Take the lift.Need to reach the top floor of a department store? Take the lift.Need a little help after walking 18,000 steps through London? Definitely take the lift! We Texans call them elevators, but whether we say lift or elevator, the purpose is the same: to…

Security Checkpoint

After eighteen wonderful days abroad, Carl and I were finally headed home through London Heathrow Airport. We had learned a few things along the way — especially about airport security. Empty your water bottle.Remove your jacket.Take off your belt.And apparently — never carry little tin boxes of mints in your back pocket. Carl sailed through security without a hitch. Me? Not so much. The…

Praying Without Ceasing

Just one more blog about our travel experiences. Though our luggage is still in the great unknown — we already know God has us AND our luggage is in His all-knowing and all-seeing eyes. While waiting through delays at Heathrow Airport, we did our best to stay calm. We enjoyed a leisurely lunch, relaxed in reclining chairs, and reminded ourselves that suitcases are replaceable, but peace of mind…

There’s Really No Place Like Home

After 18 unforgettable days exploring London, Scotland, Ireland, and beyond, Carl and I finally arrived home to Austin just before midnight, last night. Our flight was delayed. Our luggage took its own extended vacation and did not arrive with us. But none of that could diminish the joy in our hearts. At Heathrow Airport, I snapped a picture of the sign that read, “Welcome to the United…

Make Every Moment Count

As you read this — Carl and I are flying home with full hearts and grateful souls. What began in London carried us to Rotterdam, Edinburgh, Belfast, Liverpool, Dublin, Cork, and yesterday, Portland, England — plus many more breathtaking places along the way. We rode taxis, trains, buses, tender boats, and our own two feet — lots and lots of steps! We laughed with people from around the world,…

When God Sends a Guide

When we were in Cork, Ireland, Carl and I were reminded how precious it is simply to be alive. Three months ago, Carl underwent emergency surgery to receive a pacemaker. It was a sobering moment for both of us. But thanks to God’s mercy and skilled doctors, he was restored and stronger than ever. And there we were — walking the cobblestone streets of Ireland with energy, curiosity, and grateful…

Living in God’s Presence -- Wherever We Are

There is something deeply moving about stepping into a great cathedral. The heavy wooden doors open. Sunlight filters through stained glass. Whispered prayers seem to linger in the air. For a moment, our hearts instinctively wants to say, “Surely the Lord is in this place.” That is exactly how we felt in Cork, Ireland — yesterday!We walked more than 15,000 steps — yes, our feet are officially…

The Boy Who Came Back

And, I’m so glad he did.Some dreams take years to unfold. For as long as I can remember, I have loved the story of Saint Patrick. Every March, my front door becomes a little tribute to his remarkable life — with a shamrock wreath, his Breastplate Prayer, and a small statue that reminds me that one life surrendered to God can change a nation. So when Carl and I stepped off our ship in Dún…

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