Space to Breathe, Room to Grow

08/03/2026

"Dark have been my dreams of late" ~ King Theoden

In hindsight, Theoden could see the spell he'd been under, but not until he was freed from it. He'd been so destroyed by deception, he actually resisted being rescued. But others intervened. Friends could see he was being manipulated and when they spoke truth with power, the spell broke. The scales fell from his eyes, his composure returned, his thoughts were strong.

You might think a deceiver is easy to recognize. The slimy, repulsive one, creeping next to your ear, like Wormtongue. But what about the attractive one who uses charm and flattery and enough truth to seem trustworthy? Angel of light, wolf in sheep's clothing, servant of righteousness disguised...

Discernment recognizes truth.

You might know someone who's buried beneath lies. Someone who is blinded by deception. Pray they will be confronted with truth. When you've lived like Theoden, deceived then liberated, you long for others to find that freedom.

"Breathe the free air again, my friend" ~ Gandalf

07/19/2026

What if you've been deceived?

This character from Lord of the Rings has stayed with me the most. King Theoden - shrivelled, blinded, manipulated and controlled by the lies Wormtongue whispers to him. His trusted advisor: a deceiver and pawn of evil.

If you're deceived; living beneath lies, how would you know? The very definition says you wouldn't, for to deceive is "to cause someone to believe something that is untrue—usually by lying, withholding information, or giving a misleading impression."

Stay tuned...

04/20/2026

Abuse is not what you might think it is. Beyond broken bones, blood, battering...it's often hidden from others and leaves a woman more confused than bruised. 1 in 4 women are experiencing emotionally destructive marriages, and might not realize that's what is wrong. Emotional, psychological, intellectual abuse (and others) can be subtle and very confusing.

At the centre of all abuse is control and power.
This is not how marriage is meant to serve both partners.

04/01/2024

09/13/2023

For women in the Chilliwack area, the next grief support group begins October 3rd. While this is a faith-based ministry, any woman experiencing grief who is seeking support and understanding will feel welcome. Contact me here or email [email protected] for pricing and registration.

Pass on this information to those who might be interested!