Category Archives: News

Vacationing Every Week

Posted on June 17, 2013 by This Woman Writes

From the Start Your Week with Steve Newsletter of Steve Henderson Fine Art: Steve Says: “Recently, Carolyn and I spent some time in the Wallowa Mountains of Oregon, frequently described as the Swiss Alps of the Northwest. “It was a … Continue reading →

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Christians: Please Stop Talking Like Weird People

Posted on June 12, 2013 by This Woman Writes

So tell me, does this sentence sound normal to you? “In our efforts to live intentionally as an authentic community of believers, we seek out the small-group dynamics of passionate discipleship.” If you answered no, Thank God. If you answered … Continue reading →

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Achieving Success

Posted on June 11, 2013 by This Woman Writes

From the Start Your Week with Steve Newsletter by Steve Henderson Fine Art Steve Says: “Have I made a success of my life? “This is one of those thoughts that arrives unawares, unannounced, and uninvited, generally around 2 a.m., but it can … Continue reading →

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You Can Be Successful without Owning Goats

Posted on June 7, 2013 by This Woman Writes

When I was a kid, all successful people went to college, because if you didn’t, you weren’t a success. Whatever a success is. I think it means that you bring home a chunky paycheck, replace your car every three years, … Continue reading →

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What Unconditional Love Looks Like

Posted on June 5, 2013 by This Woman Writes

We were at a Mexican restaurant the other day, and lest you think we’re being profligate here, we pretty much eat out when we are invited to do so. The rest of the time, being amazing cooks (with the notable … Continue reading →

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Day Jobs and Daydreaming

Posted on June 3, 2013 by This Woman Writes

From the Start Your Week with Steve Newsletter of Steve Henderson Fine Art: Steve Says: “This last weekend found me in Joseph, OR, judging the Wallowa Valley Festival Arts Exhibition, a regional art show encompassing the inland Pacific Northwest. “I was struck … Continue reading →

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Labeling People and Not Labeling Food

Posted on May 31, 2013 by This Woman Writes

We don’t give them much credit for it, but most of the time, the average pre-schooler knows what he or she is talking about. The other day I shared lunch with a random four-year-old and we decided upon deli chicken. … Continue reading →

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In the Body of Christ, Are You a Toe, Mouth, or Elbow?

Posted on May 29, 2013 by This Woman Writes

This may be hard to believe, but sometimes I go weeks without thinking about the big toe on my left foot. And then one day, a wrenching pain will originate at the toe and shoot its way up nerve pathways … Continue reading →

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Just Pick up a Chicken, Already

Posted on May 27, 2013 by This Woman Writes

From the Start Your Week with Steve Newsletter of Steve Henderson Fine Art: Steve Says: “When we moved onto our property, it came complete with a dozen chickens; the former owners had bought one or two of several different breeds, but they … Continue reading →

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Dropping the Name of Jesus

Posted on May 22, 2013 by This Woman Writes

Has this ever happened to you? You’re at some religious function (I don’t do these any more, but the memories are strong), and as part of an ice-breaking game, you’re asked, “What three books would you bring with you on … Continue reading →