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“A Ten‑Day Journey Away”

For the first time in many years, I was able to visit Korea for ten days. Sixteen years after immigrating, leaving behind my family and church to accompany my mother back to my hometown was a long‑awaited dream—an “outing” I … Continue reading →

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“For the Super Women”

Hello. How tired and busy have you been this past week? As our lives become filled with more and more things to do, how often do we find ourselves tossing and turning at night, unable to rest because of the … Continue reading →

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“W21 4GH”

“Mom, that car is on sale! Wow—look how cool it is!” Ever since my older daughter lost her old car in an accident a few months ago, she had been gazing longingly at every car that passed by. The insurance … Continue reading →

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“Searching for an Inheritance”

In our home, the phone rings countless times a day. Because we never know who might call, or when, or for what reason, someone always has to be available to take messages. Old friends from church calling after a long … Continue reading →

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Mother II

“Did you know she had tuberculosis?” The social worker’s voice crackled through the phone—startled, confused. “…As I told you yesterday, that was the first time I had ever met her.” Her voice settled a little. “Is there truly no way … Continue reading →

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“Memories of an Old Car”

Snow had piled up like mountains along every street, and the wind was fierce that cold night. It was past eleven, and my husband still hadn’t come home. Worried, I kept watching the headlights of passing cars through the window. … Continue reading →

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The Hand of God That Refines a Masterpiece

Gloria Perkins, now 74, has lived her entire life as a single woman. A violinist and a longtime friend of our family, she is a soul untouched by worldly trends—pure and beautiful, like the refined melodies she draws from her … Continue reading →

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Story of the Old House

Not long ago, while sitting at the table with my children, we found ourselves laughing as we reminisced about the old parsonage. When our three children were still very young—ten, four, and one—we moved into a parsonage in Queens Village, … Continue reading →

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“Let Us Step Aside for the Path of Our Children’s Lives”

A distinguished retired professor once shared a story about his son—an experience that deeply shook him as a parent. His son had firmly refused to go to college. At first, the professor was furious. He felt as though all his … Continue reading →

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Children Who Move the Hearts of Adults

Hello, everyone. How are your children doing these days? I trust they are spending their long summer vacation in meaningful and healthy ways. As I spend more time with children and follow their schedules from place to place, I find … Continue reading →

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