From the Heart

            Tanya pushed her cart through the produce section and picked out a package of strawberries. A familiar voice sounded from behind.             “Hi friend,” Leslie said. “How are you holding up?”             Tanya turned and embraced Leslie. “It’s good to...

            Marianne, Rick, and the kids slid into the back row as the opening hymn drew to a close. Marianne’s face burned hot, hoping no one noticed how late they were. The kids had insisted on finding their Easter baskets before church, and Tommy took forever to...

Sarah joined the singing of the closing hymn. It had been a wonderful service. As she made her way out of the sanctuary, her husband lingered behind, catching up with friends. She headed toward the Sunday school wing and ran into her friend Jen. “Hey, girlfriend,”...