Author Archives: rstaples2013

We have been on a Journey Together

Posted on September 16, 2014 by rstaples2013

These words were spoken with precision and passion as my husband’s cardiologist honored us by telling us personally of his retirement. This doctor is an elegant man, both in his appearance and his manner. His presence changes the atmosphere of … Continue reading →

Posted in Thoughts and Reflections | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

Strength through Whispered Weakness

Posted on September 15, 2014 by rstaples2013

My friend has been in a Surgical Intensive Care Unit for a week. Her health crisis came without warning. She was awakened at 2 AM with symptoms that prompted her family to call 911. The ER transferred her to Surgical … Continue reading →

Posted in Stories | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Show Me the Trail

Posted on July 19, 2014 by rstaples2013

I was in an unfamiliar city today. Yesterday a neighbor told me that the Ice Age Trail was only a mile away.   I listened carefully to this neighbor’s direction, as I wanted to walk this trail. This morning I started … Continue reading →

Posted in Thoughts and Reflections | Tagged , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Recognizing the “Hound of Heaven”

Posted on July 18, 2014 by rstaples2013

The “Hound of Heaven” is a well-known poem written by Frances Thomas more than a hundred years ago. It is long, which is important for those of us with faith through aging eyes.  I recommend reflectively reading the whole poem. … Continue reading →

Posted in Thoughts and Reflections | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

That’s Your Answer

Posted on July 17, 2014 by rstaples2013

I have a friendship that I deeply cherish even though we only connect once every two years and then for just a few hours. Yet, that brief time consistently both nurtures my soul and empowers me to travel light.  We … Continue reading →

Posted in Thoughts and Reflections | Leave a comment

Resting in the Second Story

Posted on July 9, 2014 by rstaples2013

One of the benefits of Faith Through Aging Eyes is the realization that I have been casted for two movies that are playing simultaneously.  The first movie depicts the ordinary events of life. My role in this is obvious to … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | 2 Comments

You Need to Know it isThere

Posted on June 21, 2014 by rstaples2013

Why are some things so hard to see? As I walked up to our deck, at a seasonal campsite, I realized I had disturbed a humming bird. The stunningly small bird fluttered over the branch that literally hung over the … Continue reading →

Posted in Thoughts and Reflections, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , | 2 Comments

The Gift of “No Control”

Posted on June 16, 2014 by rstaples2013

It’s hard for me to let go of the delusion that I have some control. I try to defend this lie by setting up trust accounts, investing in life insurance and establishing safeguards. God, in His faithfulness, is relentless in … Continue reading →

Posted in Thoughts and Reflections | Tagged , , , , | 2 Comments

Bucket List Launch

Posted on June 13, 2014 by rstaples2013

  Today I checked off an item from my “in process” bucket list. I had a pedicure. This may not seem like an adventure but you need to understand that I have lived for 71 years without one. As I … Continue reading →

Posted in Thoughts and Reflections, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

What Movie is Jesus Watching?

Posted on June 11, 2014 by rstaples2013

  A note from a missionary friend has stirred my heart.  This is a true story of a return flight from the US to the field where my friend serves. “A woman from the country to which I was returning … Continue reading →

Posted in Thoughts and Reflections | Tagged , , , , , , , | 5 Comments