Posts by dhetzler
The strangest sight in Israel
We bumped down the runway. This was happening. Although I’d spent months in anticipation of this moment, my heart had longed for The Holy Land much longer. I searched for a glimpse of what’s to come, but the small airplane window offered no insight. Settling my heart, I reminded myself that I’d come here without…
Read MoreTonight for sure
I posted this blog almost three years ago. As I reflect on this life lesson, I have indeed laughed more and found joy in my moments. My Mother-In-Law, my favorite aunt, and cousin, Kitty, took me out for a birthday lunch. From the moment we met at the “proper” French restaurant, laughter commenced. We’d only…
Read MoreMy desert time
This morning, as I read my journal from 2016, I came upon two quotes from my sweet friend, Susie Stewart, who has gone home to be with the Lord. At the time she spoke these words, she was in remission from breast cancer. Who would’ve known, just two short years later, she would be gone?…
Read MoreI received a coin
He listened intently as I shared my story. He stepped back into time with me and was there in that moment. I looked at him as I finished sharing. His eyes were filled with emotion. Blinking away tears he said, “You did it. You didn’t hesitate. You didn’t freeze up. You were able to defend…
Read MoreReading each other’s journals
We were headed home from Tennessee, preparing ourselves to step back into reality. Buddy handed me her journal—her heart placed on pages describing our week together. I handed her mine. I cracked open the beautiful book, noticing her incredible penmanship. I sunk into my chair knowing that mine looked like scattered thoughts, scratch marks, and…
Read MoreMy published article for Focus on the Family
Friends, I’m so happy to announce that Focus on the Family published an interview that I wrote. Check it out here: Survivors of Childhood Trauma Can Have a Good Marriage. and PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE share on social media and comment. Thank you for your love and support.
Read MoreSurprising Allen Arnold
The surprise on his face was priceless. As he walked into our house, he stepped into his story. Entering our home, Allen was greeted by “Ryder” the watchman character in his book (played by none other than David Hetzler). The rest of us were dressed in Bohemian attire. Over the summer The Jericho Girls read…
Read MoreSaying Goodbye
Looking over the Tuscan Hills, I breathed in the majesty of the view. It was my last day in Italy and the sun leisurely set in the sky. I didn’t want to leave. I pondered how I could stay, if just for a while longer. Italian living…so simple…peaceful… I yearned to bring it home—the only…
Read MoreA Celebrity Roast
When you have the nickname ‘Emoney’, what else can your friends do but throw you a celebrity roast, surprise 50th birthday party? Whispers peppered the room in anticipation of Emoney’s arrival. When his car came into sight from the eye of the living room window, a hush gave way to silence. We waited. This moment…
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