by Jody | Mar 11, 2026 | Non-fiction
Another appointment. Another look at my insides. A CT scan this time, iodine in my veins instead of radioactive glucose. Today’s tech could administer the solution without risk to himself. No protective cannister for him to hold in quadruple-gloved hands (or something...
by Jody | May 13, 2025 | For Book Lovers, Non-fiction
Do you remember when almost every magazine devoted a few pages to a short story? Do you remember slow summer days inviting you to spread a quilt upon sun-warmed grass, lean your back against a shady tree, and peel back a slick cover to scan the table of contents for...
by Jody | Mar 11, 2025 | Non-fiction, Slow Conversation in 2025
Thy Word is a Lamp unto my Feet and a Light unto my Path (Psalm 119:105) Picture a Grandpa and Grandma on a two-hour early Sunday morning road trip with 9-year-old twin grandsons—my bright idea for how we could all attend an out-of-town birthday party without...
by Jody | Feb 11, 2025 | Non-fiction, Slow Conversation in 2025
I am my Beloved’s and my Beloved is mine – Song of Solomon 6:3 You know what to expect from valentine stories, don’t you? Something about a couple and their love for each other. Add in some obstacles to overcome, candles, flowers, chocolate, and a...
by Jody | Jan 17, 2025 | Non-fiction, Slow Conversation in 2025
Be still and know that I am God – Psalm 46:10 January is the time of year for resolutions, I know. Time to make big plans for improving the way you do life. Time to focus on goals and how to finally accomplish them. To determine how you will grow your...
by Jody | Sep 9, 2024 | For Book Lovers, Non-fiction
You’ve probably heard of people who don’t read for pleasure. People who read strictly out of necessity. To gain information or instruction. People who insist there’s no point in spending precious time on stories about characters who aren’t even “real.” I remember when...
