Welcome!
Thank you for wanting to know more about my life and work.
Life is a journey, and this revised website signifies another step on the journey God has so graciously given me. For several years now I have felt Him leading me to focus my writing and speaking, as well as my volunteer time, toward the growing population of older adults in our country and the Baby Boomers who care for them. In response, I will have two blogs running simultaneously on this site: my longtime column “Back Porch Break“ now updated to the blog format, and the new category “Take My Hand Again,” dealing with issues and topics for those caring for older adults.
Meet Nancy

Back Porch Break

Just Enough
This week's rain reminded me of a 2011 column... It began as a misty feeling in the air. Soon the first distinct drops began to fall. All day long we … [Read More...]

Women Running
Two accounts in the Gospel of John of women running to share good news always bring tears to my eyes—and leave me breathless. The first is when Jesus … [Read More...]

Molly, the “Quiet Time” Cat
Our cat, Molly, has what the local humane society calls the “personal assistant” purr-sonality. This means that whatever you are doing, Molly will be … [Read More...]
Take My Hand Again

Be Prepared
Some mottoes are solid enough to sustain us our whole life. How well I remember learning the Girl Scout motto, “Be prepared.” You could still wake me … [Read More...]

Simple Instructions
A friend recently encouraged me to subscribe to an online newsletter titled The Writer’s Almanac (newsletter@americanpublicmedia.org) featuring a daily … [Read More...]

Expecting the Unexpected
Two categories of folks in our society need a bit of extra nurturing and attention: the very young and the very old. If, like me, you are blessed to be in … [Read More...]
Speaking
About Nancy's Presentations
It’s been said that some people are speakers who also write while others are writers who also speak. Nancy is primarily a writer, but she loves to share the messages the Lord has put on her heart with audiences who can relate to them—and her warm, conversational presentation style has been enthusiastically received over the years.
Currently she is developing a training session for volunteers willing to facilitate a devotional hour in an assisted living facility utilizing her devotional guide, The Hope of Glory. She is also developing a motivational talk for those tasked with caring for older adults. Be a part of helping Nancy spread the word about this new ministry focus.
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What are people saying?
Thank you for the inspiration to be present in our homes, to give hope to our children, and to leave a lasting legacy to our families. You’re an inspiration to us all!
– Christy, MOPS Leader
The retreat last Saturday was exceptional, thanks to the grace and kindness you bestowed on us…you are a very special lady.
– Kay, Retreat Attendee
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