by Deb Farris | Mar 31, 2018 | Blogging, Musings, Not According to Plan, Writing
I remember the day when blogging began to feel like a community of friends. It was because of Lynn Abbotts. I’ve moved around a lot in my life so I know that it can take a couple years for a new place to feel like a home. Three years is probably stretching it. Four...
by Deb Farris | Feb 20, 2018 | Musings
Our house is over 100 years old. I’m familiar with leaks and broken light switches. But when the burner didn’t heat up under the tea kettle, I was certain the odds were stacking up against me at my sister’s house. I was tempted to Google stovetops and just buy...
by Deb Farris | Nov 23, 2017 | Greater Good, Musings
I can tell Thanksgiving is going to be a beautiful clear day here in Milwaukee. A little chilly but warmer than it’s been so I slip on my son’s hoodie that he left behind last time he was here, and layer on my dad’s flannel-lined jean jacket to take...
by Deb Farris | Nov 10, 2017 | Devotions
The day’s begun, I bow my head, and whisper words beneath the sun. Bring power and majesty to this earth so that within all life there is rebirth. I will not doubt Your Presence, still; but lift my eyes up to the hill. Send down Your grace and teach me love....
by Deb Farris | Jan 6, 2017 | Musings
Epiphany: A moment when you finally feel that you understand. (Cambridge English Dictionary) I can just barely see a single star as I squint into the dark early morning sky. Shades of navy are beginning to layer up as the sun nears the horizon, competing with the...