We’ve all had ideas of what the ideal romance is. When you were younger, it may have been images of a knight in shining armor, bravely rescuing the princess. As you grew older, it might have transformed into the classic tall, dark, and handsome …..
What did it feel like as you prepared to walk down the aisle on your wedding day? Were there butterflies in your stomach? Excitement like you didn’t know was possible? Once, I heard about a bride who was so nervous that she doubted she could …..
Our son, Matt, and daughter-in-law, Katie, have recently announced that they are expecting a baby…
I recently enjoyed an afternoon at the pumpkin patch with my four children and six beautiful grandchildren! We had a great time picking pumpkins, taking pictures, conquering the corn maze, and simply being together. I’m thankful for family!
The Lord has blessed us with a wonderful summer. I’m thankful for many opportunities for spiritual renewal, ministry service, family time, and rest! Perhaps the most exciting news of the summer came on August 1st with the birth of our newest grandchild, McKenna Grace! …..
One event I look forward to each year is our annual summer family vacation. I have always loved this special, memory-making time with my husband and children. And while in recent days the length and locations have adapted to our growing family (yay for grandkids!), …..
One of my first official attempts at gracious hospitality came early in my husband’s and my ministry, and it was not what I imagined it would be. My husband had just started couples’ class, and he was so excited the Sunday of our first …..
As women, we have the opportunity to make choices on a daily basis. Sometimes, the choices we make seem small and insignificant. Other times, they involve life-changing consequences. If you are a mom, though, there are a few choices that you didn’t make. Some …..
Today is a special day in the Chappell family! It is my husband’s birthday! I am so thankful to the Lord for my husband. He is a faithful Christian, a loving husband, a great father, and an awesome papa…not to mention a wonderful pastor and …..
I really love celebrating holidays, but because Easter is when we celebrate the resurrection of our Lord, it is extra special! When my children were young, we enjoyed reading the book, The Tale of Three Trees, the week before Resurrection Sunday. The story tells of three …..