Category Archives: A Word From Eva

When my husband, Andrew, and I were dating, he decided we should write letters – telling each other our thoughts and also recording that period in our lives. Even though we mostly communicated by phone, he thought this would be a tangible way to capture those memories from our hearts...

One of my favorite pastimes is driving, especially in the country. On Sunday afternoons in Charlotte, North Carolina, my friend Becky and I would each get a cold coke- in- the- bottle and drive and talk for at least an hour or so. The scenery would stimulate us. We would...

Recently I drove to pick up my daughter from camp. The drive was about two and a half hours one way. On the trip over, I took an exit to use the restroom at a fast food place. When I managed my way in, I was quickly reminded that I...

She really did look cute! I know that is not how a 13-year-old likes to be described, but it is fitting! For quite some time now, when I take Audrey to the orthodontist, I stay in the van and read while she goes in to get everything tightened. It’s a...

My friend Rayna is pregnant! The world is a different place since I received the news. The sun seems to be shinning brighter and ” hope” is just in the air! I know that ladies are expecting all the time, but next month Rayna will be 41. She and her...

I am not a very good blogger or writer for that matter, but I felt I must record this event in my life. A few weeks ago, Andrew and I took Abby to the University of Kentucky for merit weekend. It was an invitation only opportunity for incoming freshmen to...

Here in Western Kentucky we are experiencing “much” snow. It is quite beautiful. So we are basically “hunkered in,” and I am reflecting on how I have been encouraged lately. This past weekend I had the privilege of being with the ladies from Marietta, Georgia’s Mt. Bethel UMC. We were...

In this season of “being jolly” and “dashing through…” I experienced a wonderful lesson in life. One of the most difficult things for me to balance is how best to spend my time. I love to accomplish much and get things done, and done well, but I’m not always discerning...