I Just Want You To Smile, Okay?

I Just Want You To Smile, Okay?

I had been completely oblivious to his presence as he snuck up behind me.  His words caught me unaware, leaving me nauseated and dizzy as if from a blow. It was a sucker punch from behind and as I reeled around to face my assailant I reached out to steady myself. Hot...

The Five Senses of a Missionary

    Let’s be honest for a moment, not everyone is called to be a missionary nor does becoming one happen instantaneously.   After living the last 3 decades in faith based mission work, I am still learning what it takes to serve God full time and long...
Pizza Night in Thailand

Pizza Night in Thailand

We had such a beautiful time when we were at the Home of the Open Heart in Chiang Rai, Thailand this year.  We have been blessed to serve at many homes for children around the world and this special place was by far the loveliest.  Penny and Paul Wilcox and the rest...

A Music Box Story

Her tiny frame shook with sobs as she stood before me. She obviously knew me and yet I hadn’t a clue as to her identity. Beautiful jet black locks framed her delicate features. Her big brown eyes filled with tears.  It was one of those tender weeks for me, where...
The Old Pot

The Old Pot

There was a dear woman who lived near me in the barrios of Mexico. She was very poor and cared for several of her grand-children all by herself.  She was so sweet, and had an amazing smile.  About once a week some of the children would come to the gate looking for...