Category Archives: Sarita’s Word

As Christmas draws near, I thought a little "mother-daughter Christmas interview" with Amy and Jonelle might be a fun change of pace. A co-worker asked some questions and got us thinking about our experiences with family and Christmas. Enjoy! What's … Continue reading →

Have you ever watched your children say "I'm sorry" when they clearly don't mean it? I just spent a wonderful week with my children and grandchildren, and the idea of family and forgiveness is on my mind. We had the … Continue reading →

As autumn rolls along, Thanksgiving buzz is spreading through the Forums. What do Thanksgiving preparations look like in my household? Well, I'm not quite a "Thanksgiving traditionalist." I know many Sonlighters are fantastic cooks who love to make exquisite holiday … Continue reading →

I've been thinking lately about the future of books. Obviously, I don't know what the future holds. What I do know are a few reasons why physical, paper books are such critical treasures for children and adults alike. You probably … Continue reading →

When my kids were little, I longed for the sound of a piano to fill our house. It's one of the few instruments to create beautiful music all on its own (without needing additional instruments to play along). It can … Continue reading →

Fall is finally here in Colorado! The air is brisk and the mountain aspens are turning shades of gold. John and I turned on our house's heat this week for the first time this season. Around this time of year, … Continue reading →

I recently read Vishal Mangalwadi's compelling book Truth and Transformation, which offers fresh insights into the way the Bible has influenced our culture. Mangalwadi opens with a description of a visit to a dairy in Holland with a Dutch friend. … Continue reading →