At one time I used to depend wholly on my dad to rid my world of these things called “bugs.” When crickets began their annoying symphony under my bed at midnight, guess who I called from the comfort of my mattress? When a spider decided to make its descent from the ceiling above my head, … Continue reading Squish, Squash
The Most Beautiful Face
I’m a regular supporter of the Voice of the Martyrs, an organization that supports and ministers to the persecuted Church all around the world. For over a year I’ve received their monthly magazine. I’ve grown accustomed to seeing pictures of burned down homes, separated families, and destroyed Bibles as a result of a person’s … Continue reading The Most Beautiful Face
One Bad Apple
God created a perfect world from the very beginning. He didn't keep it to Himself, however. He passed it on to His two prized creations, Adam and Eve. They had everything! It was a free Bahama vacation and all its perks for the rest of their lives! Most of all, they had a close relationship … Continue reading One Bad Apple
I Cry Jesus
Amarillo, Texas had just been buffeted with a rare ice storm, leaving the streets slippery and glass-like. Traffic was slow on the smaller, residential streets, but as I got onto the interstate, everyone seemed immune to the recent climate change. They flew by with regular speed, anxious to get to work on time like I … Continue reading I Cry Jesus
Morning Glory
I don't have a green thumb. Right now I'm procrastinating in repotting the one plant I own because I'm afraid I'm going to kill it. It might just have to survive in a cracked pot and ten-year-old soil for another year. I think the safer approach to keeping my philodendron alive and beautiful is to … Continue reading Morning Glory
Momma’s Security System
I recently received an email that showed a photo of an exotic mother bird perched, alert and regal, on a tree limb. Beneath each of her outstretched wings were her two offspring, looking peaceful and content as they nestled against her colorful body. Though a very beautiful bird, I could sense that the mother fully … Continue reading Momma’s Security System
Christa Madrid 