Consider it Pure Joy Even if it Hurts
It’s the very first day of moving to Austin. My movers show up – not with the 26-foot truck I was promised, but a 17-foot truck. They tell me – “No problem. There will be plenty of room.” NOT! They forgot the wardrobe boxes which required a larger truck. As it turns out, they squash…
We’ve Only Just Begun
That was one of our favorite songs by The Carpenters. As a young married couple, we sang that song completely unaware of what lie ahead of us, but as long as we had each other, we knew we’d make it past every bump in the road we might encounter. Sounds like unrealistic thinking, but it…
This is my Temporary Home
I’m HOME in Austin. Officially. My family brought over yummy Mexican food to celebrate. They welcomed me with so much love. First night’s sleep was solid — once I got to sleep. Same bed in new location. Feels good. I’m thrilled to have landed safe and sound and unboxing is my mode of operation right…
This Yellow Rose of Texas is Still Blooming
Look at my little yellow rose bush that decided to bloom in the freezing cold of winter. It spoke of hope and “Spring is on its way!” But it was teasing me. I took this photo just before the Arctic blast swept through. All my excitement of a “change” never looked like last week’s days…
There’s Something About That Name
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It Smells and Tastes so Good
Since this is the first Sunday of Lent — the 40 days leading up to Easter when we go introspective to examine our hearts, I’m thinking about food. What? Seriously! Isn’t that the way it is when we purposely decide we’re not going to eat this or that as an offering or sacrifice to God,…
This Time I’m NOT Speed Reading
In December, the pastor at my Austin family’s church held up a paperback “One Year Bible”, while encouraging everyone to read through the Bible this year. After all, if we want wisdom, divine guidance, and God’s favor, then studying God’s Word daily and acting upon it, will be the key to success in 2021. At…
How Can I Say Thanks? Maybe by Showing it!
Yesterday was Ash Wednesday – the day that kick-starts the season of Lent and continues 40 days through to Holy Thursday just before Easter. Many of us who were hard hit by the ice and snowstorms over the last few days, look outward to our snow and ice-packed streets. Many are reeling from electric, water…
Our Texas Winter Wonderland — Through it All
As a kid, I remember snowy days. We prayed for them. No school! Getting to play in the snow! I DON’T remember days like this. Rotating outages is something new. At least there was an emergency plan like this in place for times like this – though in Texas, I’m sure they never thought they’d…
In a Moment – In the Twinkling of an Eye
That title is a scriptural reference that refers to the return of our Lord Jesus Christ “in a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trumpet sound, the dead will be raised imperishable, and we shall be changed.” (1 Corinthians 15:52) I plan on being one of that number. That glorious day…