by Brenda L. Yoder | Feb 15, 2025 | Fledge, Parenting
I checked my phone in the middle of the night. There were only social media and email notifications. Not what I was looking for. What I was looking for was a “Thanks, Mom, I love you,” or at least an “I love you, too” from my older kids no...
by Brenda L. Yoder | Jan 26, 2025 | Life
Ron came in one morning, saying our German Shepherd mama didn’t have enough milk for her enormous litter of puppies. He discovered that goat’s milk could be used for puppies if a mother doesn’t have enough milk. He checked around, and before I knew...
by Brenda L. Yoder | Dec 19, 2024 | Encouragement, Faith
“Peace, peace, to those far and near,” says the Lord. “And I will heal them.” Isaiah 57:19 My devotions brought me to Isaiah 57 on a dark December morning. The glow from the Christmas lights on the mantel and windowsills was warm and peaceful,...
by Brenda L. Yoder | Nov 5, 2024 | Faith
I’ve worked in public schools for over three decades. These halls are tied to my soul. Though I don’t say Jesus’s name, this is where I see Him the most and serve Him with total capacity. I’ve worked as an educator at every level, from...
by Brenda L. Yoder | Oct 1, 2024 | Faith
In today’s world, grief has become an unwelcome companion for many. It’s not just about loss through death anymore; it’s a natural response to the significant changes and uncertainties we face daily. From societal shifts to disrupted routines,...
