Prince of Peace, Artwork of Akiane Kramarik

Colton Burpo agreed that this painting of Christ looks like the Savior. They both experienced heaven. He was shown hundreds of pictures and this is the first one he said was what Jesus looked like. Heaven is For Real, by Todd Burpo

Scrabblers finally organized October 2013 taking turns hosting!

Shirley Temple dies 10 February 2014 at age 85

America's little darling gave us so much joy. Farewell little friend.

Fasting and Praying for Rain

I made sure to walk in every puddle on my walk to church this morning and at long last my new red rainboots are no longer dusty. Thank thee!

The Saratov Approach

Some days are just plain serendipitous. Scott, Julia and I had just finished eating at In-N-Out and bought our tickets for a much-anticipated movie. We were told an actor was here and here he is, Maclain Nelson. What a treat. We were in Union City in case it doesn't reach closer to home. Well done Maclain!