Inspiration: Behind "The Kit Bag" story.

My life has been marked by the identity of a military child - a path that later included becoming a military pilot’s spouse. Over fifty years, I have been surrounded by real-life heroes whose courage and dedication have shaped not only my Christian worldview but also the stories and reflections I share through my writing. So, although "The Kit Bag" is not a Christian story or a devotion, it is a true story.

I am thankful the Lord gives us comfort...

The Kit Bag was published on FIVE MINUTE LIT today!

Five Minute Micromemoirs explore five minutes of a life in exactly 100 words. It is a great challenge to write so tight and I am so honored they chose my story.

* In memory of our Maine Coon cat, Willie.

“Command to Move” Devotion 29.

Published in the book: All Things New: Lessons in God’s Transforming Love in Action.

“Command to Move” explores a time when the Lord directed us toward something new, but He remained silent through the journey, only offering peace and comfort through scripture. My intention is for the devotion to inspire and help you to remember you are not alone even when the path is not clear. If God calls you to move somewhere unfamiliar or begin a new chapter — whether that...