Dunkirk
One of the most visually stunning movies, “Dunkirk,” was up for eight Oscars a few years ago. I went to see Dunkirk one hot night in August, and couldn’t halt my emotional response to the [...]
Believing, While Not Yet Seeing
“Cornelia believed when she dug and found bulbs in a barren garden. Again the Lord provided in ways only He could offer, and they stepped forward in trust, even in places as ordinary as [...]
Traversing Hardships
Traversing hardships is painful, but sometimes the only, inevitable way. We cannot avoid the physical pain of childhood, from personal friends who fail us, to educational challenges, to social disappointments. Even genuine growing pains, [...]
Hilversum, Spring 1945
Hilversum, Spring 1945 The winter of 1944–1945 swept over them extraordinarily harsh, which led to “hunger journeys” to find family or acquaintances who could provide assistance, especially for growing boys and families with many [...]
Awaiting the Bloom
Cloudy air, deep blue expanse above, sun’s brightening rays yearn for a debut. Three girls seek the garden to dance among the blushing blossoms and whisper childhood secrets, sisterly notions. The ground is not [...]