My mommy is my superhero. She’s supermom! She cooks yummy food, sings beautiful songs, and takes care of our family every day. When we were little, Mommy would call out, “1… 2… 3… Get inside!” We would run, giggle, and hurry into the house before she reached three! Mommy loves …
Pirate Preacher 
Do Everything You’re Told
Do everything you’re told to do. Not some, all. “Noah did everything just as God commanded him.” — Genesis 6:22 (NIV) SPLAT. SPLATTER. SPLOOOSH. That’s the sound my kitchen made the day I decided a recipe was too simple to actually READ. I mean — mix, pour, bake. Easy-peazy, right? …
The Little Black Kitten
One afternoon, while walking home from school, I saw a small black kitten sitting beside our gate. She had no home, no food, and no one to care for her. “Oh, poor little kitten,” I whispered. Gently, I carried the little cat into our house. I gave her warm milk, …
The Love Around Aaliyah’s Table
Love Around Love around! — “Phones away,” Mama said as she placed warm soup and rice on the dinner table. “Dinner time is for talking and listening.” Aaliyah quickly put down her phone and smiled. Dinner was always special in their home. Mama and Papa told funny stories, shared lessons, …
Seasons of Remembrance, Grief, and Celebration
Seasons of Remembrance, Grief, and Celebration…. The graduation cap hit the ceiling before anyone could stop it. Glitter rained down on the casserole dish. Nobody cared. Somebody’s grandma was weeping — not from sadness, but from the sheer, overwhelming fullness of the moment. Some seasons arrive so loaded with joy …