The week before Christmas while I had extra time on my hands, I went through all of my closets, cabinets, and dresser drawers, purging each one of ‘stuff’ I neither wanted nor needed any longer. I thought about how these items might be useful to other people. Some of … Continue reading →
I’m going to focus on FAITH this year. After what we’ve all been through in 2020 I step into 2021 in faith and trust. I have faith that my work and my health, my choices and decisions will be for the good of all concerned. I have faith that God will keep … Continue reading →
May the raindrops fall lightly on your brow. May the soft winds freshen your spirit. May the sunshine brighten your heart. May the burdens of the day rest lightly upon you. And may God enfold you in the mantle of His love. (A Treasury of Wit, Wisdom and … Continue reading →
Relax, rest, retreat, renew! I plan to do the same….and I’ll see you again on the other side of December 31. ‘For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.’ Jeremiah 29:11 NIV
Continue reading →Remembering my husband Charles who died in 2015. Christmas was his favorite holiday. Small but sweet as I celebrate this special time of year–the birth of Jesus Christ. May this season be filled with joy for each of us–despite the trials of 2020. God is with us. That’s really … Continue reading →
Hi everyone. Today I’m excited to introduce you to my good friend, Lisa Bogart, who likes to write about little things to make a big impact. Lisa’s written dozens of devotions for The Upper Room and Daily Guideposts. She wrote three devotional coloring books, and enjoyed creating the drawings as much … Continue reading →
Recently we enjoyed some much-needed rain where I live. My lawn and plants and flowers were truly ‘singing in the rain,’ soaking up every drop. As I watched the downpour through my kitchen window I thought about how important it is to appreciate it while it’s here since I … Continue reading →
Have you ever sat up straight or collapsed on the floor in utter frustration? You tried your best but nothing worked. A situation or behavior is beyond you. No more options. All avenues closed. “Darn! Ding dong! Shoot! Dang it!” Why won’t that person listen? Why did the circumstances … Continue reading →
May you be blessed during this season of giving thanks. I thank you for being part of my blog family all these years and hope all good things will come your way. Enjoy a few days of rest and reflection. I’m going to do the same. 😉 Do not … Continue reading →
The other day I spent some time rereading a journal of my trip with my husband to Ireland. One item struck me–a reference to a little sheep who kept hanging around the edge of the fence that lined the road between two plots of juicy green grass. I watched … Continue reading →