Connie Coppings is the wife of a retired pastor and served in ministry for twenty-eight years. She has published devotions in The Upper Room, Devotions (Standard Publishing) and in Mature Living. She also contributes regularly to a newspaper column called, Life Happens. Besides writing, Connie enjoys gardening, playing the piano, and spending time with her husband and extended family. She may be contacted at elibobcon@att.net.