Meet Barb
Barbarian. Yep, that’s the origin of my name.
It fits me. Really it does. It means “foreigner” and “stranger.”
I always felt a little out of place.
Then I figured out why. This isn’t my home.
I serve as an ambassador, representing God’s kingdom.
I invite you to join me as we catch glimpses of our real home. Hope calls to us from a place of joy, acceptance, and perfect love. But how awesome that we get to enjoy God’s presence in the here and now. One of Jesus’ names is Emmanuel, “God with us.” He’s ever-present, comforting us, strengthening us, and preparing us for tomorrow.
Let’s savor the sweetness of today.
More About Me
Today I serve as a research scientist for a world-renowned public university, but I’ve always been a teacher at heart. I love to help other people master topics that will benefit their lives and careers. I’ve taught thousands of adults and teens over the years in technical subjects, and now I get to share even more life-changing topics with you. What a privilege!
In 1984 I married Mike Fox, one of the world’s leading extroverts. Our empty nest regularly welcomes home our two incredible children and their awesome spouses.
When not writing or working, I’ll be hiking, swimming, playing cards, or learning a new board game.
I don’t have all the answers, but I have a little life experience. I’ve been a small town girl moving alone to the big city. I’ve also been a corporate engineer, a stay-at-home Mom, a small business owner, a high school teacher, and even an unemployment recipient.
But no matter what the stage of life, God meets me where I am and sweetens the journey.
I am never alone. And neither are you.
My Published Works
I publish in magazines, websites, and book anthologies including: CBN, Joyful Living, Wholly Loved, Refresh, Celebrating Christmas, The Power to Make a Difference, and Living By Design. At the 2022 Florida Christian Writers Conference, I received my most recent award, Second Place in the Christian Living Book category.
2017 Joyful Living
2019 The Power to Make a Difference
2021 CBN Spiritual Rodents
2021 Celebrating Christmas Book Cover
2022 Living By Design
