More than a Cup of Tea

by | May 11, 2024 | Short Story

NOTE: This is a continuation of last week’s story: Finding Contentment. Sharon thumped her pillow and flopped onto her side. After a few moments, she rolled onto her back and stared at the ceiling. She studied a watermark in the corner. How long had that been...

FInding Contentment

by | May 4, 2024 | Short Story

             Sharon glanced around the sanctuary and chose a seat next to an older woman. She slid into the row just as the opening hymn started. This was her third Sunday at this new church and it seemed to be going well so far. The pastor’s messages were...

Dandelions

by | Apr 27, 2024 | Short Story

              Tina laced up her walking shoes and pushed open the screen door. She inhaled the sweet aroma of cherry blossoms and approached Brian. He was crouched over the lawnmower, fiddling with it again. It seemed every year it needed work before it was willing to...

Never Too Old

by | Apr 18, 2024 | Short Story

             Barbara entered the church nursery and settled into the rocking chair. She was early, as usual, so no one else was around. The service didn’t start for another fifteen minutes, so parents weren’t ready to drop off their little ones yet. She rubbed her...

Sowing and Planting

by | Apr 11, 2024 | Short Story

“Look, Mommy!” Shawna waved as Taylor rocketed down the slide. “Good job! Why don’t you and Lila go on the swings next?” Taylor nodded, her pigtails bouncing as she grabbed Lila’s hand. The two girls ran to the swings, selecting adjoining ones. Shawna grinned at...

God Sees More

by | Apr 5, 2024 | Short Story

                Anna bounced Lucas on her knee while studying the menu. “What do you recommend? I’ve never had lunch here.”             Caitlyn set down her menu. “They make a fabulous chicken salad. It has cranberries and pecans and it’s served on a croissant.”...