I’M PREGNANT!

“How can that be?”  was the first thing that popped in to my mind as the physician continued her examination.  “Wait a minute here!  My appointment was just for an annual check and pap!  You’re telling me that I’m pregnant?  Holy Cow!” “Does that cost extra?!” “Well, let’s just see.”  She tells me as she…

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Just Love

Several years back I enjoyed a wonderful conversation over tea with my husband’s grandmother about her life’s experiences. The wisdom shared by this kind and gentle woman of purity, grace and impeccable character was genuine and sincere. One piece of advice took root immediately in my heart when Grandma Clarice shared with me her memory…

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School Runs and Baby Jesus

My normal morning routine involves rolling our three younger Hotts out of bed and running them in to school every day.  We live in a rural area where, should they catch the bus, it would require getting up before God himself.  Add to that, ours is a mile long lane that winds to the top…

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