by krista | Feb 29, 2012 | Stuff about Me, Uncategorized
When I was a kid, I loved the Jetsons. Who am I kidding? I still love the Jetsons. And I remember thinking this wasn’t just a good cartoon. This was the future. When I grew up, I’d have that cool closet that would dress me and style my hair. I’d have...
by krista | Feb 27, 2012 | Stuff about Me, Uncategorized
Five years ago this week, our family moved from Spain back to the states. Of all the moves we’ve made — and we’ve made several — that was the most difficult. Because it wasn’t just belongings packed in those suitcases. My dreams were in...
by krista | Feb 24, 2012 | Stuff about Me, Uncategorized
There are certain skills I want to pass on to my kids. Passions that I hope they will “catch”. I want them to love Jesus. To enjoy reading. To appreciate a good Judy Garland musical. I am beginning to lose hope on those last two 🙁 But there are certain...
by krista | Feb 21, 2012 | Stuff about Me, Uncategorized
I have a friend who is a dental hygienist. She has been working for the same dentist for 25 years. This dentist has windows facing a beautiful garden. My friend said that, 25 years ago, when she asked patients if they wanted a magazine while they waited for the...
by krista | Feb 20, 2012 | Stuff about Me, Uncategorized
One of my former students is attending a Christian college. I asked if her school had a dress code. She said yes. I was waiting to hear a long list of what could and could not be worn on campus. Instead, she told me their policy was just seven words: “No crack...
by krista | Feb 17, 2012 | Stuff about Me, Uncategorized
Rachel McRae, Lifeway’s fiction buyer, invited me to be a guest blogger today. Thanks, Rachel! Check out this fabulous website to find out what “Starbuck’s Fridays” were, and how those days led to the creation of First Date....
