My Confession: “I Cheated.”

It was day seven of my Lenten beverage fast.  School had just been cancelled for the second day in a row due to ice on the roads.  And I really wanted some coffee. So? I cheated. There’s really no excuse …

Why We’re Drinking Nothing But Water Until Easter

People around the globe fast during Lent and throughout the year. But why do we fast? What’s the purpose? What do we hope to accomplish? Answering this question is the catalyst that has led our family to a Lenten fast from all beverages. Nothing but water from Ash Wednesday until Easter. Why water? Why now? Why this goal?