Sitting at my computer and typing is a homecoming of sorts for me.  I did not realize how much I missed it…how much I need it…until my fingers started flying across these keys.  This is therapy for me.  This is ministry for me.  This is freedom.  God meets me here, and I am thankful that He did not count me out.  Although I have missed many of our appointments, He has faithfully shown up. So, what has Bible Study Girl been doing to handle her grief?  Lots of random things.  Binge-watching true crimes and murder mystery shows.  Eating.  Not eating.  Exercising excessively.  Not moving at all. Crying.  Laughing.  Rearranging furniture. …

Another school year has officially begun.  Kids have been placed in front of their homes or schools holding up signs that state their grade, favorite things, teacher’s name, and potential future occupations.  Parents have hugged and kissed their little angels and performed victory dances because schools have opened their doors once again.  We are ready for our new routines.  We are settling into our fall schedules.  Well…not all of us. My job affords me the opportunity to work with the great minds of tomorrow. Our child development center has kids that range in age from 6 weeks to five or six years of age.  And every year, I have to…