A Night of Twists

A Night of Twists

It was while we were living in France. It was a cold, Wednesday evening, our weekly Bible study evening. Sue and I were ready to leave for Nicole’s house where it would take place. We were taking a couple with us this particular Wednesday, so after waiting for them,...
And behind Door #3 .  .  .

And behind Door #3 .  .  .

Some people love them! Others hate them! Some don’t mind too much if they’re for someone else. Others don’t even want to be involved in getting them planned. I’m talking about surprises – you know, for birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, etc. One friend in Canada...
Do you prefer Romances or Thrillers??

Do you prefer Romances or Thrillers??

Do you like surprises? Like having your restaurant server announce that your bill has already been paid by an anonymous guest? Or like hearing that the car repair bill was only half the estimate? Or walking into a room filled with partiers – all gathered for your...
Are we, too, ‘Surprised by Joy’?

Are we, too, ‘Surprised by Joy’?

Some are hilarious. Some are full of pathos and drama. Some are downright scary. Still others are heartwarming and sweet. “I remember one time .  .  .” is how many of the tellings of our life stories get started, with those around us typically chiming in with tales...