Imagine running down the road with thousands upon thousands of people cheering for you, taking pictures and videos, yelling, cheering, screaming and clapping you on! Ever thought what that may feel like? I was high-fiving everyone, even if it slowed me down. It was the most exhilarating half marathon I have ever run! Is that what really makes us feel alive and fulfilled? When we are cheering on others? I also got.

Sunday, July 19, 2015. Some of the group began the day with a third breakfast at the Clique Restaurant. It was amazing having a church service with a congregation of 30,000. Overall, this trip was such an incredi.

Friday, May 9, 2014. Reflections after a hospital visit. I sit on a stool next to her bed. She clings to my hand. As if my hand is the key to her pain leaving. I cry out too Jesus Jesus take away her pain. She reaches her hand out to the small crucifix. And says Jesus how much more difficulty will you give me. And I too echo her prayer God, how much more? Cancer on top of all the other abuse pain and trauma. Yet she still has hope and she still trusts.

Sunday, August 3, 2014. Knowing versus Needing to Know.