by Deb Farris | Sep 3, 2016 | Musings, Uncategorized
“The waves are HUGE! White caps! Come look!” Todd sounded like a little boy discovering the water for the first time. “Where?” I said walking into the room not yet awake. “There! Oop…here comes another set!” It looked more...
by Deb Farris | Aug 6, 2016 | Family, Uncategorized
A lot of miles were put on Volkswagons in our family—from Bugs to Carmen Ghias to Westfalia Vans—Dad loved them. My parents made many trips to Tucson in their white Westfalila to visit my sister and her family. Dad, the Eagle Scout, liked to camp, Mom liked hotels....
by Deb Farris | Jun 2, 2016 | Uncategorized
It takes four hours for a chick to come out of its shell, up to ten for the runt who may be abandoned by its mother as she manages a dozen or so waddling, roving, hungry ducklings, anxious for a swim. The child watches and takes the tiny wet mass of feathers into her...
by Deb Farris | Jun 1, 2016 | Uncategorized
There it is again, the breeze–wordless whispers against my skin. Air, unseen unless it interacts. What is it that gives me life? Oxygen. O2. You and me. I think I know what air is but I didn’t listen in science class. I didn’t study so it was news to...
by Deb Farris | May 25, 2016 | Uncategorized
Wake up! The Dancer comes, acknowledging you by name. He rejoices over you with dancing (Zephaniah 3:17), giving strength and supporting you with His Right Hand, turning you from problems to His Presence– Plié: bending you toward the needs of others Tendu:...
by Deb Farris | May 19, 2016 | Uncategorized
The brave can anticipate the morning light while still in the darkness. Joy is found in the confident expectation there. Be loving this day with a thankful heart and sounds of laughter. God’s mercies are new each...
