Joy on Purpose Blog
A Rare Gift
Yesterday, I received a very rare and precious gift. It didn’t come in a package with a ribbon or bow. It didn’t come from a store. It didn’t even cost any money. It came from the heart of a good friend and was given in love. That gift was the gift of time and a...
Sqeezing God Into Our Lives
When I was a little girl growing up in a strict Catholic home, I would sometimes “play church” and make an “altar” on top of the dresser in my bedroom. I’d go out to our yard, cut fresh lilacs and put them into a vase (well… really a plastic drinking glass – I’m sure...
The Power of Purpose
Have you ever had trouble getting out of bed in the morning? Oh, I don’t mean when you’re exhausted from staying up late or have been up half the night with insomnia. I’m talking about when you don’t really have an excuse, but somehow you feel like there’s just not...
The Cost of Love
OK, I know as Mom I'm a bit biased, but isn't this a good looking boy? This is Abraham. He’s been part of our family for over twelve years now. As many of you know from experience, pet ownership can be a great joy, but also carries with it a huge responsibility. There...