Dear Faithful Readers. A new year often calls us to reflect on the past, learn and grow from it, and move on to what is ahead. In that spirit I asked my fellow writer and good friend Lynn Morrissey, for permission to share with you a ‘turning point’ … Continue reading →
I’ve lived in this house in Watsonville on the Central Coast of California for sixteen years. I love it here and hope it’s my final home. While in this community I’ve also lived some of my travel dreams: Italy, Ireland, England and Wales, a cruise on the Danube River, … Continue reading →
“The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of deep darkness a light has dawned.” Is. 9:2 NIV We often hear this verse during the Christmas season related to the coming Christ who would shine His light on all mankind … Continue reading →
A Christmas story I wrote based on a true experience of my husband Charles’ father as a young boy. “Papa, can you hear me? It’s Christmas morning. Is it Christmas in Heaven too? I wish you could see our tree, Papa. It’s small and crooked, but I like it. … Continue reading →
The other day I overheard a part of a conversation between two people and I was certain in the moment I had some information that would help them. I was sure of it. Then suddenly I saw this little guy pop into my mind. Yes, of course. Shhhhh! Who … Continue reading →
I took a couple of beach walks last week–my favorite kind. There is something about the ocean that gets to me. I feel so blessed to live close to the water and sand and trees. Whenever I’m feeling anxious the waves … Continue reading →
I’m thinking of these bible verses for Thanksgiving Day, to keep my mind and heart on gratitude. I hope they bless you too. G Grace “For the Lord God is a sun and shield; the Lord bestows (present) grace and favor and (future) glory–honor, splendor and heavenly bliss! … Continue reading →
“Simplicity,” says Christian author Richard Foster, “sets us free to receive the provision of God as a gift that is not ours to keep, and that can be freely shared with others.” Those words spoke to me when I first read them thirty-five years ago and still do today. … Continue reading →
Molly, my sister and I fell out, And what do you think it was all about? She loved coffee and I loved tea, And that was the reason we couldn’t agree. (nursery rhyme) How silly is this? And how like people all over the world for all time. We … Continue reading →
Several years ago I joined a birding group while living in San Diego, California. I was privileged to enjoy the company and the great knowledge of an ‘expert,’ and I do mean expert. He was able to draw, mimic the sounds, and photograph the various birds he found. I … Continue reading →