By Carol McClain @carol_mcclain “Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows” James 1:17.   In our crazy world, we take the credit for all the good in our life. Then, of course, when things go wrong, we blame other …[ read more ]

By Carol McClain @carol_mcclain My husband’s love language is gifts. He loves to give. If an organization he’s passionate about needs a contribution–he donates. When friends need something, he’s there. He is a wonderful husband to have at Christmas. My love language is cheaper. I love language. Specific images, words, details. When I’m feeling needy, I …[ read more ]

By Carol McClain @carol_mcclain Before my husband started counting carbs, we’d each grab a bowl of ice cream, crawl into bed and watch NCIS together. I’d wolf mine down like our ravenous Springer spaniel and be licking the bowl before he got to his second bite. I’d watch him eat. Drool. Look at my empty bowl and …[ read more ]