by Soulcare Anchoress | Nov 10, 2025 | Help, Uphold
Eve climbed to the top of the play equipment and loudly stated; “I need a hand.” I watched as she thrust her hand into the air. She waited for me to take hold. I found myself struck by her confidence. With her feet, she sought to balance upon the beams of...
by Soulcare Anchoress | Oct 28, 2025 | Presence, Seek, Surprise, Unexpected
At this time of year, I notice disguises. People dress up to disguise themselves for neighborhood gatherings and church fall festivals. Many of the costumes reflect cultural dynamics found in books, movies, and events. For little ones, disguises reveal aspirations...
by Soulcare Anchoress | Oct 13, 2025 | Attentive, Devoted, Love, Presence
Sammy, my son, endeavored to encourage Eve, his 3 1/2 yrs old daughter, to eat her lunch. For dinner the night before, I purchased sushi (not the raw fish kind, but rolls with crab, cucumber, and spicy mayo). I had a few pieces left over, which I brought to eat for...
by Soulcare Anchoress | Sep 30, 2025 | Preserve, Relationship, Sanitize
“You are the salt of the earth; but if salt has lost its taste, how can its saltiness be restored? It is no longer good for anything, but is thrown out and trampled under foot.” Matthew 5:13 Jesus declares the identity of His followers: “You are the...
by Soulcare Anchoress | Sep 16, 2025 | Prayer, Release, Rest
The last few weeks have been rough. Around the world, civil unrest persists, wars wage, fear abounds, and tempers flare. Within the US, senseless assassinations, brutal attacks, discomfort, and anger abound. In my own spheres, relational discord, misunderstandings,...