“And she brought forth her firstborn Son, and wrapped Him in swaddling cloths, and laid Him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn.” Luke

From My Pen are monthly reflections by Marcia Hadfield examining the deep waters of life in relationship with God.

Let me tell you three stories: one dated 44 years ago, one five years ago, one just two weeks ago.Robin and I were back in New Zealand for our first

Several years ago when we considered renting our present farm property, there were basically three stipulations: the chickens, the dogs and the garden. The first two caused us pause: did we really

Six years ago when we considered renting our present farm property, one of the stipulations was looking after the farm dogs. We took that task on (a bit begrudgingly, I must admit) and

It all started with our trip to Spain last November to lead a spiritual retreat for the international workers of Christian & Missionary Alliance Spain. During our two weeks there, we

Several years ago, Robin and I along with some good friends from New Zealand, took a road trip through the national parks of Arizona and Utah. After returning home, we made a side

Last March, our two daughters gifted Robin and me with a trip to Norway, my long-held dream…and accompanied us on the journey, adding to our delight! I wanted to purchase a quality silver teaspoon as