Quotes from Lauraine Snelling

A meadowlark clinging to a goldenrod loosed his song in notes of joy that Joshua was sure he could see sparkling in the sun. Dewdrops still outlined a spider's web in dots of glitter, a prism of golden rays.

Yes, she believed God loved her. But if this whole fiasco was His idea of love . . .

Gran was just being polite. Southern people are supposed to be polite and gracious. She's trying to show me how to be the same way.

Father, I leave them in your hands, for mine are far too small and weak. You are God, and I thank you.

By the grace of God and by keeping busy making life better for others. That is how women always get through the hard parts of life.

Sometimes men are still boys, only wearing bigger clothes, until God takes them by the suspenders and gives them a good shake.

Heavenly Father, you must think us such silly creatures, always worrying about tomorrow and letting today slip by.

I suppose I should make all the skis six foot and let Leif grow into them. That way we could all use them easy enough." He shook his head. "I know my wife would love to ski again. You ever seen anyone carry a baby in a sling or backpack while on skis?

God had not turned a deaf ear. He had been waiting for her to listen, as He always did.

upon opening the door. Half of the small

the world. When the men

God is my strength and my fortress. I will rejoice in God my Savior.